How to pronounce cronyism
Say it like KROH-nee-iz-um. Cronyism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH).
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- KROH
- nee
- iz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cronyism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- izGive 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 cronyism
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KROH-nee-iz-um.
What does cronyism mean?
- favoritism shown to friends and associates (as by appointing them to positions without regard for their qualifications)
Questions about saying cronyism
How do you pronounce cronyism?
Say KROH-nee-iz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈkroʊniˌɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈkrəʊniˌɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cronyism?
Cronyism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH). Broken into parts: KROH · nee · iz · um.
Is cronyism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkrəʊniˌɪzəm/ (KROH-nee-iz-um).