How to pronounce cubism
Say it like KYOO-bih-zum. Cubism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO).
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- KYOO
- bih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cubism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- bihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cubism
American and British speakers say cubism in essentially the same way: /ˈkjubɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈkjuːbɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: KYOO-bih-zum.
What does cubism mean?
- An artistic movement in the early 20th Century characterized by the depiction of natural forms as geometric structures of planes.
Questions about saying cubism
How do you pronounce cubism?
Say KYOO-bih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈkjubɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈkjuːbɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cubism?
Cubism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO). Broken into parts: KYOO · bih · zum.
Do Americans and Brits say cubism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkjubɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈkjuːbɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.