How to pronounce isms
Say it like IZ-umz. Isms has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IZ).
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- IZ
- umz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Isms pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IZSay this part loudest and longest. 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 isms
American and British speakers say isms in essentially the same way: /ˈɪzəmz/ in the US and /ˈɪzəmz/ in the UK.
British respelling: IZ-umz.
What does isms mean?
- plural of ism How to pronounce ism
Questions about saying isms
How do you pronounce isms?
Say IZ-umz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪzəmz/. In British English it is /ˈɪzəmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in isms?
Isms has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IZ). Broken into parts: IZ · umz.
Do Americans and Brits say isms the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪzəmz/ and the British form is /ˈɪzəmz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.