How to Pronounce Mechanism

To pronounce "mechanism", say MECH-an-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɛkənɪzm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈmɛkənɪzm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mechanism”

"mechanism" has 3 syllables: mech-an-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does mechanism mean?

noun

  1. (within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
  2. Any combination of cams, gears, links, belts, chains and logical mechanical elements.

Words that rhyme with mechanism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimismauthoritarianism

Related words

mechanicsmachineclockworkdeviceapparatusmachinerymechanizedframework

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mechanism"?▾

"Mechanism" has 3 syllables: mech · an · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "mechanism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mechanism" is /ˈmɛkənɪzm/.

What does "mechanism" mean?▾

Mechanism: (within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.

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