humanism

/ˈhjuːmənɪzəm/

Syllables hu·man·ism

Stress HU-man-ism

Phonics Breakdown

hu

/hjuː/

long u_e

man

/mən/

schwa

ism

/ɪzəm/

weak schwa

Meaning

a belief system that emphasizes human values, dignity, and reason

Sound Reference

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human=/ˈhjuːmən/ + ism=/ɪzəm/ (realism)

Example

Humanism places great importance on human freedom and responsibility.