How to pronounce antagonism
Say it like an-TAG-uh-niz-um. Antagonism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAG).
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US American/ænˈtæɡəˌnɪzəm/an-TAG-uh-niz-um
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- an
- TAG
- uh
- niz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Antagonism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- TAGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nizGive 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.
What does antagonism mean?
noun
- A strong natural dislike or hatred; antipathy.“Their longstanding antagonism is manifested in frequent scuffles and shouting matches.”
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Questions about saying antagonism
How do you pronounce antagonism?
Say an-TAG-uh-niz-um. The American pronunciation is /ænˈtæɡəˌnɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in antagonism?
Antagonism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAG). Broken into parts: an · TAG · uh · niz · um.