How to Pronounce Alms

To pronounce "alms", say ALMS — one syllable, IPA /ɑːmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɑːmz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “alms”

"alms" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with qualms and toms, if that helps it stick.

What does alms mean?

noun

  1. Something given to the poor as charity, such as money, clothing or food.

    “Alms are distributed from the weekly collection for the purpose.”

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Words that rhyme with alms

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

qualmstomsbombsdiatomsmomsbalmspogromscomsfirebombswhamsshawmsdahms

Related words

alms-givingcharitycharitiesdoesthandoutsaiddonationsofferings

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alms"?▾

"Alms" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "alms"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alms" is /ɑːmz/.

What does "alms" mean?▾

Alms: Something given to the poor as charity, such as money, clothing or food.

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