How to Pronounce Realism

To pronounce "realism", say REAL-ism — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹi.əlɪzm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹi.əlɪzm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “realism”

"realism" has 2 syllables: real-ism.

What does realism mean?

noun

  1. A concern for fact or reality and rejection of the impractical and visionary.
  2. An artistic representation of reality as it is.

Antonyms

antirealismnominalism

Related words

realityrealnessnaturalismplatonismpragmatismactualityreasonablenesspracticality

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "realism"?▾

"Realism" has 2 syllables: real · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "realism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "realism" is /ɹi.əlɪzm/.

What does "realism" mean?▾

Realism: A concern for fact or reality and rejection of the impractical and visionary.

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