How to Pronounce Parasitism

To pronounce "parasitism", say PAR-as-it-ism — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpæɹəs(a)ɪˌtɪzm̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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10

Letters

/ˈpæɹəs(a)ɪˌtɪzm̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “parasitism”

"parasitism" has 4 syllables: par-as-it-ism.

What does parasitism mean?

noun

  1. Interaction between two organisms, in which one organism (the parasite) benefits and the other (the host) is harmed.
  2. A similar interaction between people.

    “We accused her of parasitism in taking his hard-earned money for new dresses.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parasitism"?▾

"Parasitism" has 4 syllables: par · as · it · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "parasitism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "parasitism" is /ˈpæɹəs(a)ɪˌtɪzm̩/.

What does "parasitism" mean?▾

Parasitism: Interaction between two organisms, in which one organism (the parasite) benefits and the other (the host) is harmed.

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