How to pronounce ecotourism
Say it like ek-oh-TUUR-ih-zum. Ecotourism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TUUR).
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- ek
- oh
- TUUR
- ih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ecotourism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- TUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ihKeep 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 ecotourism
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ee-koh-TOOR-ih-zum.
What does ecotourism mean?
- Responsible (sustainable) travel to natural areas supporting the fauna, flora, and local economy.
Where does ecotourism come from?
From eco- + tourism.
Questions about saying ecotourism
How do you pronounce ecotourism?
Say ek-oh-TUUR-ih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛkoʊˈtʊrɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˌiːkəʊˈtʊərɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ecotourism?
Ecotourism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TUUR). Broken into parts: ek · oh · TUUR · ih · zum.
Is ecotourism 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 /ˌiːkəʊˈtʊərɪzəm/ (ee-koh-TOOR-ih-zum).