How to Pronounce "heroism"
word
ˈhɛɹoʊˌɪzəm
HAIR-oh-iz-uhm
hˈɛɹəʊˌɪzəm
HAIR-oh-iz-uhm
Definition
Heroism is the quality of being very brave and willing to risk danger or pain to help others or achieve something difficult. It often involves self-sacrifice or courage in the face of danger.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛɹoʊˌɪzəm
British English
hˈɛɹəʊˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAIR-oh-iz-uhm
UK
HAIR-oh-iz-uhm
Listen in Context
The firefighter's heroism saved the family from the fire.
Many people praised her heroism during the flood.
We read stories of heroism in our history class.
Acts of heroism aren't always shown on TV but happen quietly every day.