How to pronounce jism
Say it like JIZ-um. Jism has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIZ).
- JIZ
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JIZSay this part loudest and longest. 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 jism
American and British speakers say jism in essentially the same way: /ˈdʒɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈdʒɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: JIZ-um.
What does jism mean?
- Spirit or energy.
Words that rhyme with jism
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of jism.
Questions about saying jism
How do you pronounce jism?
Say JIZ-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jism?
Jism has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIZ). Broken into parts: JIZ · um.
Do Americans and Brits say jism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʒɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈdʒɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.