How to Pronounce Abeam

To pronounce "abeam", say AB-eam — 2 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈbiːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ə.ˈbiːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abeam”

"abeam" has 2 syllables: ab-eam.

What does abeam mean?

adjective

  1. Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.

    “The island was directly abeam of us.”

adverb

  1. On the beam; at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vessel or aircraft; being at a bearing approximately 090 Degrees or 270 Degrees relative.
  2. Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.

preposition

  1. Alongside.

    “She came abeam the crippled ship.”

Related words

afootsteadycross-handedwindfeetnearlydirectlyahead

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abeam"?▾

"Abeam" has 2 syllables: ab · eam.

What is the IPA transcription of "abeam"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abeam" is /ə.ˈbiːm/.

What does "abeam" mean?▾

Abeam: Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.

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