How to pronounce wasm
Say it like WUHZ-um. Wasm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHZ).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈwʌzəm/WUHZ-um
UK British/ˈwɒzəm/WOZ-um
- WUHZ
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wasm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WUHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of wasm
American and British speakers say wasm in essentially the same way: /ˈwʌzəm/ in the US and /ˈwɒzəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: WOZ-um.
What does wasm mean?
noun
- A doctrine, ideology, rule, or theory that is no longer current or fashionable.
Where does wasm come from?
From ism, with jocular substitution of was for is.
Questions about saying wasm
How do you pronounce wasm?
Say WUHZ-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈwʌzəm/. In British English it is /ˈwɒzəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wasm?
Wasm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHZ). Broken into parts: WUHZ · um.
Do Americans and Brits say wasm the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwʌzəm/ and the British form is /ˈwɒzəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.