How to Pronounce Initialism

To pronounce "initialism", say IN-it-ial-ism — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪˈnɪʃəlɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪˈnɪʃəlɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “initialism”

"initialism" has 4 syllables: in-it-ial-ism.

What does initialism mean?

noun

  1. A term formed from the initial letters of several words or parts of words, but which is itself pronounced letter by letter.

    “BBC is an initialism for British Broadcasting Corporation.”

  2. The process of forming words or terms using initial letters of other words.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "initialism"?▾

"Initialism" has 4 syllables: in · it · ial · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "initialism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "initialism" is /ɪˈnɪʃəlɪzəm/.

What does "initialism" mean?▾

Initialism: A term formed from the initial letters of several words or parts of words, but which is itself pronounced letter by letter.

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