How to Pronounce Algorithm

To pronounce "algorithm", say ALG-or-ithm — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæɫɡɝˌɪðəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈæɫɡɝˌɪðəm/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈælɡəɹˌɪθəm/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “algorithm”

"algorithm" has 3 syllables: alg-or-ithm. It rhymes with rhythm and logarithm, if that helps it stick.

What does algorithm mean?

noun

  1. A collection of ordered steps that solve a mathematical problem. A precise step-by-step plan for a computational procedure that possibly begins with an input value and yields an output value in a finite number of steps.
  2. Calculation with Arabic numerals; algorism.

Words that rhyme with algorithm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rhythmlogarithm

Related words

calculusarithmeticsignificanceidentifiersmethodroutineprocedurerecipe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "algorithm"?▾

"Algorithm" has 3 syllables: alg · or · ithm.

What is the IPA transcription of "algorithm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "algorithm" is /ˈæɫɡɝˌɪðəm/.

What does "algorithm" mean?▾

Algorithm: A collection of ordered steps that solve a mathematical problem. A precise step-by-step plan for a computational procedure that possibly begins with an input value and yields an output value in a finite number of steps.

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