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atheism

Definition:

(nou) the doctrine or belief that there is no God (nou) a lack of belief in the existence of God or gods

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈeɪθiˌɪzəm

Examples:

Is the position of atheism a rejection of the hypothesis

The first is theism, the second is atheism.

A religious program extols the virtues of atheism.

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Common mistakes of atheism pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing "atheism" as /əˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈeɪ.θiː.ɪ.zəm/. Tip: Practice saying "AY-thee-ism" to emphasize the correct stress.
Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Instead of /ə/, it should be /eɪ/. This leads to saying "atheism" incorrectly as "uh-thee-ism." Tip: Focus on the "AY" sound at the beginning.
Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers shorten the "i" in the second syllable, saying "atheism" as /ˈeɪ.θɪ.zəm/. The correct pronunciation features a long "ee" sound: /ˈeɪ.θiː.ɪ.zəm/. Tip: Stretch the "ee" sound to get it right.
Final syllable blend: Learners may blend the last two syllables, pronouncing "atheism" as /ˈeɪ.θiː.zəm/. The correct pronunciation separates them clearly: /ˈeɪ.θiː.ɪ.zəm/. Tip: Practice saying "AY-thee-EE-zum" to keep the sounds distinct.
Omitting the "a": Some people drop the "a" sound, saying "theism" instead of "atheism." This changes the meaning entirely. The correct form includes the "a" sound: /ˈeɪ.θiː.ɪ.zəm/. Tip: Always pronounce the initial "A" to maintain clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "atheism" correctly?

You pronounce "atheism" as /ˈeɪ.θi.ɪ.zəm/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "a," which sounds like "ay."

What are the syllables in the word "atheism"?

The word "atheism" has four syllables: "a-the-ism." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the most emphasis.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "atheism"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the first. Remember, the correct pronunciation emphasizes "a" as in "ay."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "atheism" between American and British English?

No, there is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "atheism" between American and British English. Both use the same IPA notation: /ˈeɪ.θi.ɪ.zəm/.