How to Pronounce "lesbianism"
word
ˈɫɛzbiənɪzm
LEZ-bee-uh-niz-um
lˈɛsbiənˌɪzəm
LES-bee-uhn-IZ-um
Definition
Lesbianism is the state or quality of being romantically or sexually attracted to other women; it refers to female homosexuality.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛzbiənɪzm
British English
lˈɛsbiənˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEZ-bee-uh-niz-um
UK
LES-bee-uhn-IZ-um
Listen in Context
Lesbianism is discussed in many gender studies courses.
Lesbianism refers to women loving other women.
Her book explores the history of lesbianism.
For a long time, society misunderstood lesbianism and kept it hidden.