How to Pronounce Arm

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

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/ɑːm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “arm”

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

What does arm mean?

noun

  1. The portion of the upper human appendage, from the shoulder to the wrist and sometimes including the hand.

    “She stood with her right arm extended and her palm forward to indicate “Stop!””

  2. The extended portion of the upper limb, from the shoulder to the elbow.

    “The arm and forearm are parts of the upper limb in the human body.”

verb

  1. To take by the arm; to take up in one's arms.

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Words that rhyme with arm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

charmalarmharmsmarmgendarmecharmefarmdisarmfirearmunarmforearmunderarm

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arm"?▾

"Arm" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "arm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arm" is /ɑːm/.

What does "arm" mean?▾

Arm: The portion of the upper human appendage, from the shoulder to the wrist and sometimes including the hand.

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