How to Pronounce Balsam

To pronounce "balsam", say BALS-am — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔːlsəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɔːlsəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “balsam”

"balsam" has 2 syllables: bals-am.

What does balsam mean?

noun

  1. A sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants.
  2. A plant or tree yielding such substance.

verb

  1. To treat or anoint with balsam.

Synonyms

impatiensjewelweedtouch-me-notbalm

Related words

tolupoplarfircopaibatreexylolcanadabalsum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "balsam"?▾

"Balsam" has 2 syllables: bals · am.

What is the IPA transcription of "balsam"?▾

The IPA transcription of "balsam" is /ˈbɔːlsəm/.

What does "balsam" mean?▾

Balsam: A sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants.

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