How to Pronounce "lyssa"
word
ˈlɪsə
LIS-uh
lˈɪsɐ
LIS-uh
Definition
Lyssa is an ancient word for rabies, a serious disease causing madness, and also the name of a spirit of mad rage in Greek mythology.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈlɪsə
British English
lˈɪsɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LIS-uh
UK
LIS-uh
Listen in Context
Lyssa was feared in ancient Greece as a spirit of rage.
The disease called lyssa was deadly to people and animals.
In old medical books, you can find the word lyssa.
Many myths describe how Lyssa drove heroes into madness.