How to pronounce sapphism
Say it like SAF-ih-zum. Sapphism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAF).
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- SAF
- ih
- zum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sapphism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep 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 sapphism
American and British speakers say sapphism in essentially the same way: /ˈsæfɪzəm/ in the US and /ˈsæfɪzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAF-ih-zum.
What does sapphism mean?
- Female homosexuality; lesbianism.
Where does sapphism come from?
From Sappho + -ism, referring to ancient Greek poet Sappho of Lesbos (c.
Questions about saying sapphism
How do you pronounce sapphism?
Say SAF-ih-zum. The American pronunciation is /ˈsæfɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈsæfɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sapphism?
Sapphism has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAF). Broken into parts: SAF · ih · zum.
Do Americans and Brits say sapphism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsæfɪzəm/ and the British form is /ˈsæfɪzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.