How to pronounce impressionism
Say it like im-PRESH-uh-niz-um. Impressionism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRESH).
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- im
- PRESH
- uh
- niz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impressionism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PRESHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nizGive 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 impressionism
American and British speakers say impressionism in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/ in the US and /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PRESH-uh-niz-um.
What does impressionism mean?
- An art movement characterized by visible brushstrokes, ordinary subject matter, and an emphasis on light and its changing qualities.
- A style that avoided traditional harmony, and sought to invoke the impressions of the composer.
- A style that used imagery and symbolism to portray the poet's impressions.
Where does impressionism come from?
From French impressionnisme.
Questions about saying impressionism
How do you pronounce impressionism?
Say im-PRESH-uh-niz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impressionism?
Impressionism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRESH). Broken into parts: im · PRESH · uh · niz · um.
Do Americans and Brits say impressionism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˌɪmˈprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.