How to Pronounce Functionalism

To pronounce "functionalism", say FUNCT-ion-al-ism — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfʌŋkʃənəlɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˈfʌŋkʃənəlɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “functionalism”

"functionalism" has 4 syllables: funct-ion-al-ism.

What does functionalism mean?

noun

  1. A doctrine, in several fields, that the function of something should be reflected in its design and the materials used in its construction
  2. The definition of mental states in terms of their causes and effects

Related words

homuncularformalismarchitecturearchitectonicsteleologyoperationismpragmatismorganicism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "functionalism"?▾

"Functionalism" has 4 syllables: funct · ion · al · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "functionalism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "functionalism" is /ˈfʌŋkʃənəlɪzəm/.

What does "functionalism" mean?▾

Functionalism: A doctrine, in several fields, that the function of something should be reflected in its design and the materials used in its construction

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