How to Pronounce Optimism

To pronounce "optimism", say OPT-im-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒptɪmɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɒptɪmɪzəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “optimism”

"optimism" has 3 syllables: opt-im-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does optimism mean?

noun

  1. A tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome

    “I love her youth, her beauty and above all her optimism that everything will turn out fine.”

  2. The doctrine that this world is the best of all possible worlds

Antonyms

pessimism

Words that rhyme with optimism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

hopefulhopeconfidencecomplacencyencouragingmoodenthusiasmexcitement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "optimism"?▾

"Optimism" has 3 syllables: opt · im · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "optimism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "optimism" is /ˈɒptɪmɪzəm/.

What does "optimism" mean?▾

Optimism: A tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome

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