How to pronounce zealotism
Say it like ZEL-uh-tis-um. Zealotism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL).
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- ZEL
- uh
- tis
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zealotism pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZELSay 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.
- tisGive 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 zealotism
American and British speakers say zealotism in essentially the same way: /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/ in the US and /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZEL-uh-tis-um.
What does zealotism mean?
- The character or conduct of a zealot; zealotry.
Where does zealotism come from?
From zealot + -ism.
Questions about saying zealotism
How do you pronounce zealotism?
Say ZEL-uh-tis-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/. In British English it is /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zealotism?
Zealotism has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL). Broken into parts: ZEL · uh · tis · um.
Do Americans and Brits say zealotism the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/ and the British form is /ˈzɛləˌtɪsəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.