How to Pronounce Rheumatism

To pronounce "rheumatism", say RHEUM-at-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹu.məˌtɪz.m̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɹu.məˌtɪz.m̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rheumatism”

"rheumatism" has 3 syllables: rheum-at-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does rheumatism mean?

noun

  1. Any disorder of the muscles, tendons, joints, bones, nerves, characterized by pain, discomfort and disability.
  2. Atrophic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis

Words that rhyme with rheumatism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

arthritisrheumaticarthralgiarheumatalgiaarthromyalgiarheumarthropathiaarthropathy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rheumatism"?▾

"Rheumatism" has 3 syllables: rheum · at · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "rheumatism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rheumatism" is /ˈɹu.məˌtɪz.m̩/.

What does "rheumatism" mean?▾

Rheumatism: Any disorder of the muscles, tendons, joints, bones, nerves, characterized by pain, discomfort and disability.

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