How to pronounce expressionism
Say it like ek-SPRESH-uh-nizm. Expressionism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPRESH).
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- ek
- SPRESH
- uh
- nizm
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Expressionism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SPRESHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nizmKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of expressionism
American and British speakers say expressionism in essentially the same way: /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/ in the US and /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/ in the UK.
British respelling: ek-SPRESH-uh-nizm.
What does expressionism mean?
- A movement in the arts in which the artist did not depict objective reality, but rather a subjective expression of their inner experiences.
- A somewhat analogous genre in early 20th century music.
Where does expressionism come from?
Borrowed from French expressionnisme, equivalent to expression + -ism.
Questions about saying expressionism
How do you pronounce expressionism?
Say ek-SPRESH-uh-nizm. The American pronunciation is /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/. In British English it is /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in expressionism?
Expressionism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPRESH). Broken into parts: ek · SPRESH · uh · nizm.
Do Americans and Brits say expressionism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/ and the British form is /ɛkˈsprɛˌʃənɪzm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.