How to Pronounce "hysteria"
word
/hɪˈstɛɹiə/
hi-STEER-ee-uh
/hɪstˈiəɹɪɐ/
hi-STEER-ee-uh
Definition
Hysteria is an uncontrollable burst of emotion, especially extreme fear, excitement, or panic that spreads among people.
IPA Transcription
American English
/hɪˈstɛɹiə/
British English
/hɪstˈiəɹɪɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hi-STEER-ee-uh
UK
hi-STEER-ee-uh
Listen in Context
The crowd fell into hysteria when the singer appeared.
There was hysteria at the supermarket during the sale.
The news of the storm caused hysteria in the town.
Social media rumors can spark mass hysteria in minutes.