How to pronounce lookism
Say it like LUUK-ih-zum. Lookism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUUK).
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- LUUK
- ih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lookism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUUKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lookism
American and British speakers say lookism in essentially the same way: /ˈlʊkɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈlʊkɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUUK-ih-zum.
What does lookism mean?
- Prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person's physical appearance.
Where does lookism come from?
From look + -ism.
Questions about saying lookism
How do you pronounce lookism?
Say LUUK-ih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʊkɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈlʊkɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lookism?
Lookism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUUK). Broken into parts: LUUK · ih · zum.
Do Americans and Brits say lookism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʊkɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈlʊkɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.