How to Pronounce Acronyms

To pronounce "acronyms", say ACR-onyms — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.kɹə.nɪmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæ.kɹə.nɪmz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “acronyms”

"acronyms" has 2 syllables: acr-onyms.

What does acronyms mean?

noun

  1. An abbreviation formed by the initial letters of other words, sometimes exclusively such abbreviations when pronounced as a word (as "laser") rather than as individual letters (initialisms such as "TNT").
  2. An abbreviation formed by the beginning letters or syllables of other words (as "Benelux").

verb

  1. To form into an acronym.

Synonyms

initialism

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acronyms"?▾

"Acronyms" has 2 syllables: acr · onyms.

What is the IPA transcription of "acronyms"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acronyms" is /ˈæ.kɹə.nɪmz/.

What does "acronyms" mean?▾

Acronyms: An abbreviation formed by the initial letters of other words, sometimes exclusively such abbreviations when pronounced as a word (as "laser") rather than as individual letters (initialisms such as "TNT").

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