How to Pronounce Originalism

To pronounce "originalism", say OR-ig-in-al-ism — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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OR-ig-in-al-ism

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"originalism" has 5 syllables: or-ig-in-al-ism.

What does originalism mean?

noun

  1. The view that a text should be interpreted according to the intent of its original authors.

Related words

originalistnonoriginalismtextualismconstructionisminterpretationisttraditionalismliteralistfundamentalism

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How many syllables are in "originalism"?▾

"Originalism" has 5 syllables: or · ig · in · al · ism.

What does "originalism" mean?▾

Originalism: The view that a text should be interpreted according to the intent of its original authors.

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