How to Pronounce Pharisaism

To pronounce "pharisaism", say PHAR-is-aism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfaɹɪˌseɪɪz(ə)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈfaɹɪˌseɪɪz(ə)m/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pharisaism”

"pharisaism" has 3 syllables: phar-is-aism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does pharisaism mean?

noun

  1. The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees.
  2. Rigid observance of external forms of religion without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.

Words that rhyme with pharisaism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

pharisaicismphariseeshemaiahtalmudismsabbatarianismchassidutphilosemitismphilo-semitism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pharisaism"?▾

"Pharisaism" has 3 syllables: phar · is · aism.

What is the IPA transcription of "pharisaism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pharisaism" is /ˈfaɹɪˌseɪɪz(ə)m/.

What does "pharisaism" mean?▾

Pharisaism: The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees.

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