How to Pronounce Mutualism

To pronounce "mutualism", say MUT-ual-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmjuː.tʃʊ.əˌlɪz.m̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈmjuː.tʃʊ.əˌlɪz.m̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mutualism”

"mutualism" has 3 syllables: mut-ual-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does mutualism mean?

noun

  1. Any interaction between two species that benefits both; typically involves the exchange of substances or services.
  2. An economic theory and anarchist school of thought that advocates a society where each person might possess a means of production, either individually or collectively, with trade representing equivalent amounts of labor in the free market.

Words that rhyme with mutualism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

symbiosisparasitismprobiosiscommensalsyntrophyhelotismsymbiontamensalism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mutualism"?▾

"Mutualism" has 3 syllables: mut · ual · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "mutualism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mutualism" is /ˈmjuː.tʃʊ.əˌlɪz.m̩/.

What does "mutualism" mean?▾

Mutualism: Any interaction between two species that benefits both; typically involves the exchange of substances or services.

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