how to pronounce prism

/ˈpɹɪzəm/

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prism is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of prism in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… visually like like a prism or a rainbow …”

meaning of prism

A prism is a transparent object with a triangular cross-section that refracts light.

prism frequency in english - C2 level of CEFR

the word prism occurs in english on average 2 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.