How to pronounce anarchism
Say it like AN-er-kiz-um. Anarchism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- er
- kiz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anarchism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kizGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of anarchism
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AN-uh-kih-zum.
What does anarchism mean?
- A political and philosophical belief that all forms of government are undesirable, unnecessary, or unethical, and as such that society would function without a state.
- A political and philosophical belief that proposes the establishment of a stateless society as well as the abolition of authority and hierarchy in most or all forms.
- The state of a society being without authorities or an authoritative governing body.
Where does anarchism come from?
From anarchy + -ism.
Questions about saying anarchism
How do you pronounce anarchism?
Say AN-er-kiz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈænərˌkɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈænəkɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anarchism?
Anarchism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · er · kiz · um.
Is anarchism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈænəkɪzəm/ (AN-uh-kih-zum).