How to Pronounce Ailment

To pronounce "ailment", say AILM-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈeɪlmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈeɪlmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ailment”

"ailment" has 2 syllables: ailm-ent. It rhymes with derailment and wailment, if that helps it stick.

What does ailment mean?

noun

  1. Something which ails one; a disease; sickness.

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Words that rhyme with ailment

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derailmentwailmentbailmentcurtailment

Related words

complaintillmalaiseillnesssicknesssickinfirmitydiscomfort

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ailment"?▾

"Ailment" has 2 syllables: ailm · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "ailment"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ailment" is /ˈeɪlmənt/.

What does "ailment" mean?▾

Ailment: Something which ails one; a disease; sickness.

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