How to pronounce exorcism
Say it like EK-sor-siz-um. Exorcism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- sor
- siz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exorcism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sorKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- sizGive 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 exorcism
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EK-saw-sih-zum.
What does exorcism mean?
- The ritual act of driving out evil spirits from persons, places or things that are possessed by them.
Questions about saying exorcism
How do you pronounce exorcism?
Say EK-sor-siz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛksɔrˌsɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈɛksɔːsɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exorcism?
Exorcism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · sor · siz · um.
Is exorcism 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 /ˈɛksɔːsɪzəm/ (EK-saw-sih-zum).