How to Pronounce Enthusiasm

To pronounce "enthusiasm", say ENTH-us-iasm — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈθuziˌæzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪnˈθuziˌæzəm/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɛnθjˈuːzɪˌæzəm/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “enthusiasm”

"enthusiasm" has 3 syllables: enth-us-iasm. It rhymes with phantasm and chasm, if that helps it stick.

What does enthusiasm mean?

noun

  1. Possession by a god; divine inspiration or frenzy.
  2. Intensity of feeling; excited interest or eagerness.

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Words that rhyme with enthusiasm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

phantasmchasmspasmsarcasmneoplasmphasmplasmiconoclasmcytoplasmshazamplasm-

Related words

exuberanceebulliencegustoexcitementalacrityenthusiasteagernessfervor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enthusiasm"?▾

"Enthusiasm" has 3 syllables: enth · us · iasm.

What is the IPA transcription of "enthusiasm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "enthusiasm" is /ɪnˈθuziˌæzəm/.

What does "enthusiasm" mean?▾

Enthusiasm: Possession by a god; divine inspiration or frenzy.

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