How to Pronounce Psych

To pronounce "psych", say PSYCH — one syllable, IPA /saɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “psych”

"psych" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with strike and like, if that helps it stick.

What does psych mean?

noun

  1. Psychology or psychiatry.

    “a psych class”

  2. A psychologist; a psychiatrist.

verb

  1. To put (someone) into a required psychological frame of mind (also psych up).
  2. To intimidate (someone) emotionally or using psychology (also psych out).

adjective

  1. Psychedelic.

    “curtains with psych colors”

  2. Psychiatric.

Words that rhyme with psych

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

psychiatricpsychologisttherapistpsychoanalystpsychiatristpsychiatrypsychologicalpsychology

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "psych"?▾

"Psych" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "psych"?▾

The IPA transcription of "psych" is /saɪk/.

What does "psych" mean?▾

Psych: Psychology or psychiatry.

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