How to pronounce localism
Say it like LOH-kuh-liz-um. Localism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH).
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- LOH
- kuh
- liz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Localism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lizGive 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 localism
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LOH-kuh-lih-zum.
What does localism mean?
- Attachment to or preference for a particular local place, especially the place where one lives; hence, feelings, opinions, or policies which emphasize or focus on local phenomena; (countable) an instance of this.
- The policy or practice of giving more control and decision-making power to local authorities or residents, rather than to the central government; also, support for this.
- A thing which is characteristic of a particular local place.
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Questions about saying localism
How do you pronounce localism?
Say LOH-kuh-liz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈloʊkəˌlɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈləʊkəlɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in localism?
Localism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH). Broken into parts: LOH · kuh · liz · um.
Is localism 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 /ˈləʊkəlɪzəm/ (LOH-kuh-lih-zum).