How to Pronounce Tourism

To pronounce "tourism", say TOUR-ism — 2 syllables, IPA /tɔːɹɪz(ə)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/tɔːɹɪz(ə)m/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tourism”

"tourism" has 2 syllables: tour-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does tourism mean?

noun

  1. The act of travelling or sightseeing, particularly away from one's home.
  2. The industry in which such travels and sightseeing are organized.

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Words that rhyme with tourism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

touristrytouringtouristicsightseeingtouristsight-seeingtourtravel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tourism"?▾

"Tourism" has 2 syllables: tour · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "tourism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tourism" is /tɔːɹɪz(ə)m/.

What does "tourism" mean?▾

Tourism: The act of travelling or sightseeing, particularly away from one's home.

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