How to Pronounce Alarums

To pronounce "alarums", say AL-ar-ums — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

AL-ar-ums

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💡 Tip for remembering “alarums”

"alarums" has 3 syllables: al-ar-ums.

What does alarums mean?

noun

  1. A danger signal or warning.
  2. A call to arms.

verb

  1. To sound alarums, to sound an alarm.

Related words

alarmalertcatastrophismexpostulationjeremiadstautologieslunaciesalarmism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alarums"?▾

"Alarums" has 3 syllables: al · ar · ums.

What does "alarums" mean?▾

Alarums: A danger signal or warning.

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