How to Pronounce Populism

To pronounce "populism", say POP-ul-ism — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

POP-ul-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “populism”

"populism" has 3 syllables: pop-ul-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does populism mean?

noun

  1. A political doctrine or philosophy that proposes that the rights and powers of ordinary people are exploited by a privileged elite, and supports their struggle to overcome this.
  2. The practice of appealing to the interests of the common people.

Words that rhyme with populism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

demagogydemagoguerypopularitypreachingpopularistpopularismneopopulismneo-populism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "populism"?▾

"Populism" has 3 syllables: pop · ul · ism.

What does "populism" mean?▾

Populism: A political doctrine or philosophy that proposes that the rights and powers of ordinary people are exploited by a privileged elite, and supports their struggle to overcome this.

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