How to Pronounce "chauvinism"
word
ˈʃoʊvəˌnɪzəm
SHOH-vuh-niz-um
ʃˈəʊvɪnˌɪzəm
shuh-OH-vin-iz-um
Definition
Chauvinism is an unreasonable and excessive belief in the superiority of one's own group, such as nationality or gender. It often involves prejudice or bias against others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃoʊvəˌnɪzəm
British English
ʃˈəʊvɪnˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOH-vuh-niz-um
UK
shuh-OH-vin-iz-um
Listen in Context
His old-fashioned views come off as pure chauvinism to younger people.
Fighting against chauvinism means treating everyone with respect, no matter where they're from or who they are.
He was accused of chauvinism because he thought his country was better than all others.
Chauvinism can lead to unfair treatment of other groups.