How to pronounce dwarfism
Say it like DWOR-fih-zum. Dwarfism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DWOR).
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- DWOR
- fih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dwarfism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DWORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- fihKeep 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 dwarfism
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DWAW-fih-zum.
What does dwarfism mean?
- The condition of being a dwarf (person of short stature).
- The quality of being puny or inferior.
Where does dwarfism come from?
From dwarf + -ism.
Words that rhyme with dwarfism
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Questions about saying dwarfism
How do you pronounce dwarfism?
Say DWOR-fih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈdwɔrfɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈdwɔːfɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dwarfism?
Dwarfism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DWOR). Broken into parts: DWOR · fih · zum.
Is dwarfism 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 /ˈdwɔːfɪzəm/ (DWAW-fih-zum).