How to pronounce euphemism
Say it like YOO-fuh-miz-um. Euphemism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- fuh
- miz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Euphemism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- mizGive 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 euphemism
American and British speakers say euphemism in essentially the same way: /ˈjufəˌmɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈjuːfəˌmɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: YOO-fuh-miz-um.
What does euphemism mean?
- The use of a word or phrase to replace another one that is more offensive, blunt or vulgar.
- A word or phrase that replaces another in this way.
Questions about saying euphemism
How do you pronounce euphemism?
Say YOO-fuh-miz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈjufəˌmɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈjuːfəˌmɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in euphemism?
Euphemism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · fuh · miz · um.
Do Americans and Brits say euphemism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈjufəˌmɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈjuːfəˌmɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.