How to Pronounce Onanism

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈəʊnəˌnɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “onanism”

"onanism" has 3 syllables: on-an-ism.

What does onanism mean?

noun

  1. Masturbation.
  2. Ejaculating outside the vagina during intercourse; (the performing of) coitus interruptus.

Related words

masturbationself-abusetheomaniamammetryautotheismandrolatryonolatry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "onanism"?▾

"Onanism" has 3 syllables: on · an · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "onanism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "onanism" is /ˈəʊnəˌnɪzəm/.

What does "onanism" mean?▾

Onanism: Masturbation.

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