How to Pronounce Phthisis

To pronounce "phthisis", say PHTHIS-is — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈ(f)θaɪsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈ(f)θaɪsɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “phthisis”

"phthisis" has 2 syllables: phthis-is. It rhymes with fuscous and viscus, if that helps it stick.

What does phthisis mean?

noun

  1. An atrophy of the body or part of the body, especially pulmonary tuberculosis.

Words that rhyme with phthisis

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fuscousviscusbyssuscuscustussisphysiscissuspertussisruscusclysiskuskusblissus

Related words

consumptionphthisicphthisickphtisicphthisiophobiatissicktizzic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phthisis"?▾

"Phthisis" has 2 syllables: phthis · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "phthisis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phthisis" is /ˈ(f)θaɪsɪs/.

What does "phthisis" mean?▾

Phthisis: An atrophy of the body or part of the body, especially pulmonary tuberculosis.

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