How to Pronounce "isms"
word
ˈɪzəmz
IZ-uhmz
ˈɪzəmz
IZ-uhmz
Definition
Beliefs, ideologies, or movements usually ending in '-ism', such as racism, feminism, or capitalism. The plural 'isms' refers to various such systems or ideas, especially when discussing them as a group.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪzəmz
British English
ˈɪzəmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IZ-uhmz
UK
IZ-uhmz
Listen in Context
Many political isms shape our society.
He doesn't like to label beliefs as isms.
Some students debate the different isms in class.
After reading the book, I'm tired of all these competing isms.