How to Pronounce "psyching"
word
ˈsaɪk
SYKE-ing
sˈaɪkɪŋ
SYKE-ing
Definition
Preparing yourself or someone else mentally for something challenging, exciting, or difficult. It can also mean trying to intimidate or unsettle someone mentally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪk
British English
sˈaɪkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SYKE-ing
UK
SYKE-ing
Listen in Context
He is psyching himself up before the race.
She keeps psyching me out before the game.
I am psyching up for my big interview.
He's been psyching out the other players to get an edge.