How to Pronounce Escapism

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ESC-ap-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “escapism”

"escapism" has 3 syllables: esc-ap-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does escapism mean?

noun

  1. An inclination to escape from routine or reality into fantasy.
  2. A genre of book, film etc. that one uses to indulge this tendency.

Words that rhyme with escapism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

escaperomancefantasizationimmersionfantasyphantasyimagination

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "escapism"?▾

"Escapism" has 3 syllables: esc · ap · ism.

What does "escapism" mean?▾

Escapism: An inclination to escape from routine or reality into fantasy.

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