How to Pronounce "ageism"
word
ˈeɪdʒ.ɪz.əm̩
AY-jiz-um
ˈeɪdʒɪzəm
AY-jiz-um
Definition
Unfair treatment or stereotypes against people because of their age, especially older or younger people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪdʒ.ɪz.əm̩
British English
ˈeɪdʒɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AY-jiz-um
UK
AY-jiz-um
Listen in Context
Ageism can make it hard for older people to find jobs.
Fighting ageism helps create a fairer society for everyone.
Many people do not notice ageism in advertising.
Sometimes ageism is so subtle that people don’t even realize it’s happening.