How to pronounce extremism
Say it like ek-STREM-ih-zum. Extremism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STREM).
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- ek
- STREM
- ih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Extremism 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.
- STREMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- 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 extremism
American and British speakers say extremism in essentially the same way: /ˌɛkˈstrɛmɪzəm/ in the US and /ɪkˈstriːmɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: ik-STREE-mih-zum.
Other ways to say extremism
Extremism also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- ek-STREE-miz-um /ˌɛkˈstriˌmɪzəm/
What does extremism mean?
- Extreme ideas or actions, primarily in politics or religion.
Where does extremism come from?
From extreme + -ism.
Questions about saying extremism
How do you pronounce extremism?
Say ek-STREM-ih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛkˈstrɛmɪzəm/. In British English it is /ɪkˈstriːmɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in extremism?
Extremism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STREM). Broken into parts: ek · STREM · ih · zum.
Do Americans and Brits say extremism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɛkˈstrɛmɪzəm/ and the British form is /ɪkˈstriːmɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.