How to pronounce methodism
Say it like METH-uh-diz-um. Methodism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (METH).
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- METH
- uh
- diz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Methodism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- dizGive 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 methodism
American and British speakers say methodism in essentially the same way: /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: METH-uh-diz-um.
What does methodism mean?
- The practice of adhering (often excessively) to methods.
Where does methodism come from?
From method + -ism.
Questions about saying methodism
How do you pronounce methodism?
Say METH-uh-diz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in methodism?
Methodism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (METH). Broken into parts: METH · uh · diz · um.
Do Americans and Brits say methodism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈmɛθəˌdɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.