how to pronounce sissy

/ˈsɪs.i/

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sissy is pronounced in two syllables

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meaning of sissy

Sissy is a derogatory term for a woman who is perceived as being overly feminine.

sissy frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word sissy occurs in english on average 0.2 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.