How to Pronounce Nationalism

To pronounce "nationalism", say NAT-ion-al-ism — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nationalism”

"nationalism" has 4 syllables: nat-ion-al-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does nationalism mean?

noun

  1. Patriotism; the idea of supporting one's country, people or culture.
  2. Support for the creation of a sovereign nation (which does not currently exist).

    “Basque nationalism”

Antonyms

antinationalisminternationalism

Words that rhyme with nationalism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

patriotismnationalisticnationalistpatrioticchauvinismnationalitynationnational

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nationalism"?▾

"Nationalism" has 4 syllables: nat · ion · al · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "nationalism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nationalism" is /ˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/.

What does "nationalism" mean?▾

Nationalism: Patriotism; the idea of supporting one's country, people or culture.

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