How to Pronounce Intersectionality

To pronounce "intersectionality", say INT-ers-ect-ion-al-ity — 6 syllables, IPA /ɪntəˌsɛkʃəˈnælɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ɪntəˌsɛkʃəˈnælɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “intersectionality”

"intersectionality" has 6 syllables: int-ers-ect-ion-al-ity.

What does intersectionality mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being intersectional, that is, of being characterized by intersection (especially of multiple forms of discrimination).

    “the intersectionality of gender, class, ethnicity, age, generation, marital status, and place of origin”

  2. The study of (or a sociological methodology of studying) overlapping or intersecting social identities and related systems of oppression, domination, or discrimination.

Synonyms

cross-sectionality

Related words

interracialityinterculturalityinterdimensionalitymultiracialityinterdiscursivityinterconnectivityinterdependentnessinclusivity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intersectionality"?▾

"Intersectionality" has 6 syllables: int · ers · ect · ion · al · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "intersectionality"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intersectionality" is /ɪntəˌsɛkʃəˈnælɪti/.

What does "intersectionality" mean?▾

Intersectionality: The quality or state of being intersectional, that is, of being characterized by intersection (especially of multiple forms of discrimination).

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