How to Pronounce Alarming

To pronounce "alarming", say AL-arm-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈlɑːm.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ə.ˈlɑːm.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alarming”

"alarming" has 3 syllables: al-arm-ing. It rhymes with charming and disarming, if that helps it stick.

What does alarming mean?

verb

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

adjective

  1. Causing apprehension, fear or alarm; frightening

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Words that rhyme with alarming

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

charmingdisarmingfarmingharmingarmingpharmingrearming

Related words

scaryhair-raisingfrighteningpetrifyingterrifyingbloodcurdlingfearsomefrightful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alarming"?▾

"Alarming" has 3 syllables: al · arm · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "alarming"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alarming" is /ə.ˈlɑːm.ɪŋ/.

What does "alarming" mean?▾

Alarming: To call to arms for defense

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