How to pronounce criticisms
Say it like KRIT-ih-siz-umz. Criticisms has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIT).
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- KRIT
- ih
- siz
- umz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Criticisms pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sizGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- umzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of criticisms
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KRIT-ih-siz-umz.
What does criticisms mean?
- plural of criticism How to pronounce criticism
Questions about saying criticisms
How do you pronounce criticisms?
Say KRIT-ih-siz-umz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəmz/. In British English it is /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in criticisms?
Criticisms has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIT). Broken into parts: KRIT · ih · siz · umz.
Is criticisms pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəmz/ (KRIT-ih-siz-umz).