To pronounce "witticism", say WITT-ic-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪ.tɪ.sɪz.əm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
witticism
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/ˈwɪ.tɪ.sɪz.əm/
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"witticism" has 3 syllables: witt-ic-ism.
noun
"Witticism" has 3 syllables: witt · ic · ism.
The IPA transcription of "witticism" is /ˈwɪ.tɪ.sɪz.əm/.
Witticism: A witty remark
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