How to Pronounce Aphorism

To pronounce "aphorism", say APH-or-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.fə.ɹɪzm̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæ.fə.ɹɪzm̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “aphorism”

"aphorism" has 3 syllables: aph-or-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does aphorism mean?

noun

  1. An original, laconic phrase conveying some principle or concept of thought.

verb

  1. To speak or write aphorisms.

Words that rhyme with aphorism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

apothegmapophthegmsayingmottosentencemonophrasisepigramaphorismus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aphorism"?▾

"Aphorism" has 3 syllables: aph · or · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "aphorism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aphorism" is /ˈæ.fə.ɹɪzm̩/.

What does "aphorism" mean?▾

Aphorism: An original, laconic phrase conveying some principle or concept of thought.

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