How to pronounce neologism
Say it like nee-OL-uh-jiz-um. Neologism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OL).
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- nee
- OL
- uh
- jiz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neologism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- OLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- jizGive 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 neologism
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: nee-OL-uh-jih-zum.
What does neologism mean?
- A word or phrase which has recently been coined; a new word or phrase.
- An existing word or phrase which has gained a new meaning.
- The act or instance of coining, or uttering a new word.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying neologism
How do you pronounce neologism?
Say nee-OL-uh-jiz-um. The American pronunciation is /niˈɑləˌdʒɪzəm/. In British English it is /niːˈɒlədʒɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neologism?
Neologism has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OL). Broken into parts: nee · OL · uh · jiz · um.
Is neologism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /niːˈɒlədʒɪzəm/ (nee-OL-uh-jih-zum).