English pronunciation · Words Starting with M
Mechanism Pronunciation
Mechanism is pronounced ME-kuh-ni-zuhm, IPA /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/.
ME-kuh-ni-zuhm
US /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/ · UK /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
Syllables: ME · kuh · ni · zuhm (4 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: A system of moving parts in a machine, or the way a process works.
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Mechanism in a Sentence
- The locking mechanism had rusted solid.
- There is no mechanism for appealing the fee.
- The mechanism of the disease is still unclear.
Common Mispronunciations of Mechanism
Not me-CHA-ni-zuhm
This ch is a k, the Greek one that also sits in chorus, chemist and architect.
Not me-kuh-NI-zuhm
ME at the front holds the word up, even though mechanic and mechanical both push the weight inwards.
Tip: An ism ending is two light beats, i-zuhm, with a buzz on the s.
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