How to pronounce negativism
Say it like NEG-uh-tih-viz-um. Negativism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEG).
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- NEG
- uh
- tih
- viz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Negativism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEGSay 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.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- vizGive 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 negativism
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: NEG-uh-tih-viz-um.
What does negativism mean?
- A persistent pessimistic or skeptical attitude.
- A stubborn tendency to do the opposite of what one is asked.
Where does negativism come from?
From negative + -ism.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying negativism
How do you pronounce negativism?
Say NEG-uh-tih-viz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛɡətɪˌvɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈnɛɡətɪˌvɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in negativism?
Negativism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEG). Broken into parts: NEG · uh · tih · viz · um.
Is negativism 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 /ˈnɛɡətɪˌvɪzəm/ (NEG-uh-tih-viz-um).