How to Pronounce "vampirism"
word
ˈvæmpɪˌrɪzəm
VAM-pi-rih-zum
vˈæmpaɪəɹˌɪzəm
vam-PYE-uh-rih-zum
Definition
Vampirism is the belief in or practice of being a vampire, which in stories usually means drinking blood to survive. Sometimes, it also refers to a fascination with vampires or copying vampire-like behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈvæmpɪˌrɪzəm
British English
vˈæmpaɪəɹˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAM-pi-rih-zum
UK
vam-PYE-uh-rih-zum
Listen in Context
Legends say that vampirism began hundreds of years ago.
Vampirism is a popular theme in movies and books.
The villagers were afraid of vampirism spreading in their town.
Some people are fascinated by vampirism, even dressing up as vampires for fun.