How to pronounce synergism
Say it like SIN-er-jiz-um. Synergism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN).
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- SIN
- er
- jiz
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Synergism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- 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 synergism
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SIN-uh-jiz-um.
What does synergism mean?
- synergy
- The theological doctrine that salvation is brought about by a combination of human will and divine grace
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying synergism
How do you pronounce synergism?
Say SIN-er-jiz-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪnɚˌdʒɪzəm/. In British English it is /ˈsɪnəˌdʒɪzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in synergism?
Synergism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN). Broken into parts: SIN · er · jiz · um.
Is synergism pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsɪnəˌdʒɪzəm/ (SIN-uh-jiz-um).