How to pronounce exorcisms
Say it like EK-ser-siz-umz. Exorcisms has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- ser
- siz
- umz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exorcisms 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.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- sizGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- umzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of exorcisms
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EK-suh-siz-umz.
What does exorcisms mean?
- plural of exorcism How to pronounce exorcism
Questions about saying exorcisms
How do you pronounce exorcisms?
Say EK-ser-siz-umz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛksɚˌsɪzəmz/. In British English it is /ˈɛksəˌsɪzəmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exorcisms?
Exorcisms has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · ser · siz · umz.
Is exorcisms 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 /ˈɛksəˌsɪzəmz/ (EK-suh-siz-umz).