How to pronounce Marxism
Say it like MARK-sih-zum. Marxism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MARK).
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- MARK
- sih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marxism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- sihKeep 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 Marxism
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAHK-sih-zum.
What does Marxism mean?
- The socialist and communist philosophy and political program founded by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.
- The socialist and communist theory of the followers of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels; a radical, revolutionary political philosophy that aims to capture state power, introduce a dictatorship of the proletariat, and then progress to communism.
Questions about saying Marxism
How do you pronounce Marxism?
Say MARK-sih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrksɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːksɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Marxism?
Marxism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MARK). Broken into parts: MARK · sih · zum.
Is Marxism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈmɑːksɪzəm/ (MAHK-sih-zum).