How to Pronounce Nativism

To pronounce "nativism", say NAT-iv-ism — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

NAT-iv-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “nativism”

"nativism" has 3 syllables: nat-iv-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does nativism mean?

noun

  1. A policy of favoring native-born inhabitants over immigrants.
  2. The policy of perpetuating the culture of the natives of a colonised country.

Words that rhyme with nativism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

empiricismimmigrationismantinativismreservationismnative-speakerismantinationalismnonimportationusonianism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nativism"?▾

"Nativism" has 3 syllables: nat · iv · ism.

What does "nativism" mean?▾

Nativism: A policy of favoring native-born inhabitants over immigrants.

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