How to Pronounce Systole

To pronounce "systole", say SYSTOL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪstəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɪstəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “systole”

"systole" has 2 syllables: systol-e.

What does systole mean?

noun

  1. The rhythmic contraction of the heart, by which blood is driven through the arteries.
  2. A shortening of a naturally long vowel.

Antonyms

diastole

Related words

diastolepulsationheartbeatperistalsispulsebeatstrokepulsecardiostimulation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "systole"?▾

"Systole" has 2 syllables: systol · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "systole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "systole" is /ˈsɪstəli/.

What does "systole" mean?▾

Systole: The rhythmic contraction of the heart, by which blood is driven through the arteries.

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