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communism

Definition:

(nou) a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership (nou) a political theory favoring collectivism in a classless society

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkɒmjʊnɪzəm

Examples:

Socialism and communism are similar but not the same.

Pius XI fought the two ascendant ideologies of communism and fascism.

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Common mistakes of communism pronunciation

Dropping the "h": Some people pronounce "communism" without the initial "h" sound, saying /ˈkɒm.jʊ.nɪ.zəm/ instead of /ˈkɑː.m.jə.nɪ.zəm/ (US). Tip: Always include the "h" to maintain clarity.
Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "com-MU-nism" (/kəˈmjuː.nɪ.zəm/). The correct stress is on the first syllable: "COM-munism" (/ˈkɒm.jʊ.nɪ.zəm/ UK, /ˈkɑː.m.jə.nɪ.zəm/ US). Tip: Practice saying "COM-munism" to get the stress right.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some pronounce the second syllable as "mu" instead of "mju," leading to "com-MU-nism." The correct pronunciation is "COM-munism" with a clear /j/ sound. Tip: Focus on the "ju" to differentiate the sounds.
Overemphasizing the "n": Learners may overly stress the "n" in "communism," making it sound awkward, like "com-mu-NISM." The correct pronunciation has a more balanced flow. Tip: Keep the "n" soft and fluid when saying "communism."
Ignoring the final "ism": Some people truncate the ending, saying "commun" instead of "communism." The full pronunciation is essential for clarity. Tip: Always finish with "ism" to complete the word properly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "communism" in American English?

In American English, "communism" is pronounced as /ˈkɒmjʊnɪzəm/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "com," which sounds like "kom," and the second syllable is pronounced as "yoo."

What are the syllables in "communism"?

"Communism" has four syllables: "com," "mu," "niz," and "em." You can break it down as /ˈkɒm.jʊ.nɪ.zəm/, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.

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

Yes, in British English, "communism" is pronounced as /ˈkɒmjʊnɪzəm/, similar to American English. However, the vowel sound in the first syllable may be slightly more rounded in British accents.

What is a common mistake when pronouncing "communism"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, which should be on the first syllable "com." Some learners might incorrectly stress the second syllable, leading to confusion in understanding the word.