How to pronounce mutism
Say it like MYOO-tih-zum. Mutism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MYOO).
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- MYOO
- tih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mutism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tihKeep 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 mutism
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MYOO-tih-zum.
What does mutism mean?
- The inability to speak, be it from psychological or physical cause.
Where does mutism come from?
From French mutisme, from Latin mutus (“mute”), equivalent to mute + -ism.
Questions about saying mutism
How do you pronounce mutism?
Say MYOO-tih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈmjutɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈmjuːtɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mutism?
Mutism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MYOO). Broken into parts: MYOO · tih · zum.
Is mutism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈmjuːtɪzəm/ (MYOO-tih-zum).