How to Pronounce Barbarism

To pronounce "barbarism", say BARB-ar-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɑː(ɹ)bəɹɪz(ə)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈbɑː(ɹ)bəɹɪz(ə)m/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “barbarism”

"barbarism" has 3 syllables: barb-ar-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does barbarism mean?

noun

  1. A barbaric act.

    “These barbarisms can not be allowed to continue; they must be crushed or civilization will collapse.”

  2. The condition of existing barbarically.

Words that rhyme with barbarism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

barbaritysavagerybrutalitybarbarousbarbaricbarbarybarbarianbrute

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "barbarism"?▾

"Barbarism" has 3 syllables: barb · ar · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "barbarism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "barbarism" is /ˈbɑː(ɹ)bəɹɪz(ə)m/.

What does "barbarism" mean?▾

Barbarism: A barbaric act.

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