How to Pronounce Isms

To pronounce "isms", say ISMS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “isms”

"isms" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with aphorisms and criticisms, if that helps it stick.

What does isms mean?

noun

  1. An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism.
  2. Specifically, a form of discrimination, such as racism or sexism.

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Words that rhyme with isms

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aphorismscriticismsmicroorganismseuphemismsmannerismsmechanismsantagonismsschismsorganismsprismsanachronismsdualisms

Related words

philosophydoctrinebeliefsdoctrinesideologiesfanaticismsracismssects

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "isms"?▾

"Isms" has one syllable.

What does "isms" mean?▾

Isms: An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism.

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