How to Pronounce Parochialism

To pronounce "parochialism", say PAR-och-ial-ism — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PAR-och-ial-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “parochialism”

"parochialism" has 4 syllables: par-och-ial-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does parochialism mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being parochial; especially: selfish pettiness or narrowness (as of interests, opinions, or views).

Words that rhyme with parochialism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

parochialnessparochialityprovincialismpettinessparvanimityparasiticalnessprovincialitypartialism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parochialism"?▾

"Parochialism" has 4 syllables: par · och · ial · ism.

What does "parochialism" mean?▾

Parochialism: The quality or state of being parochial; especially: selfish pettiness or narrowness (as of interests, opinions, or views).

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