How to Pronounce Ableism

To pronounce "ableism", say ABL-eism — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈeɪ.bəl.ɪz.m̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

ableism

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈeɪ.bəl.ɪz.m̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ableism”

"ableism" has 2 syllables: abl-eism. It rhymes with ablism, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: ablism — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ableism mean?

noun

  1. Discrimination against persons with disabilities or in favour of those without.

Synonyms

able-bodiedismable-bodyismablecentrismdisablism

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Words that rhyme with ableism

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ablism

Related words

able-bodiedismable-bodismablismableistable-bodyismdisablistable-bodyistdeafism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ableism"?▾

"Ableism" has 2 syllables: abl · eism.

What is the IPA transcription of "ableism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ableism" is /ˈeɪ.bəl.ɪz.m̩/.

What does "ableism" mean?▾

Ableism: Discrimination against persons with disabilities or in favour of those without.

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