How to pronounce heroism
Say it like HER-oh-iz-um. Heroism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HER).
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- HER
- oh
- iz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Heroism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- izGive 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 heroism
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: HER-oh-ih-zum.
What does heroism mean?
- The qualities characteristic of a hero, such as courage, bravery, fortitude, selflessness, etc.; the display of such qualities.
Where does heroism come from?
From French héroïsme, equivalent to hero + -ism.
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Questions about saying heroism
How do you pronounce heroism?
Say HER-oh-iz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛroʊˌɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈhɛrəʊɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in heroism?
Heroism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HER). Broken into parts: HER · oh · iz · um.
Is heroism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈhɛrəʊɪzəm/ (HER-oh-ih-zum).