How to Pronounce "mechanism"
word
/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
ME-kuh-ni-zuhm
/mˈɛkənˌɪzəm/
ME-kuh-ni-zuhm
Definition
A mechanism is a part or system of parts that works together to perform a specific function, especially in machines. It can also refer to a process or system that produces a certain result.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
British English
/mˈɛkənˌɪzəm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ME-kuh-ni-zuhm
UK
ME-kuh-ni-zuhm
Listen in Context
The clock's mechanism stopped working.
A safety mechanism keeps the door locked.
Scientists study the mechanism of disease.
There's a clever mechanism that opens the box automatically.