How to Pronounce Protectionism

To pronounce "protectionism", say PROT-ect-ion-ism — 4 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈtekʃənɪzəm/. 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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13

Letters

/pɹəˈtekʃənɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “protectionism”

"protectionism" has 4 syllables: prot-ect-ion-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does protectionism mean?

noun

  1. A system or policy of protecting the domestic producers of a product from foreign competition by imposing tariffs, quotas, duties or other barriers on importations.

Words that rhyme with protectionism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

nepotismsafeguardprotectionantiprotectionismrestrictionismdoctrinenonimportation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "protectionism"?▾

"Protectionism" has 4 syllables: prot · ect · ion · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "protectionism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "protectionism" is /pɹəˈtekʃənɪzəm/.

What does "protectionism" mean?▾

Protectionism: A system or policy of protecting the domestic producers of a product from foreign competition by imposing tariffs, quotas, duties or other barriers on importations.

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