How to Pronounce Animism

To pronounce "animism", say AN-im-ism — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

AN-im-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “animism”

"animism" has 3 syllables: an-im-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does animism mean?

noun

  1. A belief that spirits inhabit some or all classes of natural objects or phenomena.
  2. A belief that an immaterial force animates the universe.

Words that rhyme with animism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

animatismanthropismanimapsychismpanvitalismpanpsychicismentityspiritism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "animism"?▾

"Animism" has 3 syllables: an · im · ism.

What does "animism" mean?▾

Animism: A belief that spirits inhabit some or all classes of natural objects or phenomena.

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