How to Pronounce "consumerism"
word
kənˈsumɝˌɪzəm
kuhn-SOO-mur-iz-um
kənsˈuːməɹˌɪzəm
kuhn-SOO-muh-riz-um
Definition
Consumerism is the belief that buying and owning more products brings happiness and is important for society. It can also refer to a society focused on buying and consuming goods.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈsumɝˌɪzəm
British English
kənsˈuːməɹˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-SOO-mur-iz-um
UK
kuhn-SOO-muh-riz-um
Listen in Context
Consumerism encourages people to buy more than they need.
Many blame consumerism for pollution and waste.
Advertising plays a big part in modern consumerism.
Some people see consumerism as a sign of progress, while others think it's a problem.