How to Pronounce Tenebrism

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

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TEN-ebr-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenebrism”

"tenebrism" has 3 syllables: ten-ebr-ism.

What does tenebrism mean?

noun

  1. A style of painting using very pronounced chiaroscuro, with darkness a dominating feature of the image.

Related words

chiaroscurotonalismtachismluminismnightscapelightumbramancyintimism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tenebrism"?▾

"Tenebrism" has 3 syllables: ten · ebr · ism.

What does "tenebrism" mean?▾

Tenebrism: A style of painting using very pronounced chiaroscuro, with darkness a dominating feature of the image.

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