How to Pronounce "mechanism"

word

/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

ME-kuh-ni-zuhm

/mˈɛkənˌɪzəm/

ME-kuh-ni-zuhm

Definition

A mechanism is a part or system of parts that works together to perform a specific function, especially in machines. It can also refer to a process or system that produces a certain result.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

British English

/mˈɛkənˌɪzəm/

Simplified Pronunciation

ME-kuh-ni-zuhm

Listen in Context

The clock's mechanism stopped working.

A safety mechanism keeps the door locked.

Scientists study the mechanism of disease.

There's a clever mechanism that opens the box automatically.