How to Pronounce Alarm

To pronounce "alarm", say AL-arm — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈlɑːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈlɑːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alarm”

"alarm" has 2 syllables: al-arm. It rhymes with charm and harm, if that helps it stick.

What does alarm mean?

noun

  1. A summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.
  2. Any sound or information intended to give notice of approaching danger; a warning sound to arouse attention; a warning of danger.

verb

  1. To call to arms for defense
  2. To give (someone) notice of approaching danger

Words that rhyme with alarm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

charmharmsmarmarmgendarmecharmefarmdisarmfirearmunarmforearmunderarm

Related words

alarumalertconsternationhorrifyappalldismayappal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alarm"?▾

"Alarm" has 2 syllables: al · arm.

What is the IPA transcription of "alarm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alarm" is /əˈlɑːm/.

What does "alarm" mean?▾

Alarm: A summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.

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