How to Pronounce Alarms

To pronounce "alarms", say AL-arms — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “alarms”

"alarms" has 2 syllables: al-arms. It rhymes with arms and charms, if that helps it stick.

What does alarms 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 alarms

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

armscharmsforearmsfirearmsdarmsarmesfarmsgarms

Related words

alarumalertconsternationhorrifyappalldismayappal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alarms"?▾

"Alarms" has 2 syllables: al · arms.

What does "alarms" mean?▾

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

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