How to Pronounce Blossom

To pronounce "blossom", say BLOSS-om — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈblɒ.səm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈblɒ.səm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blossom”

"blossom" has 2 syllables: bloss-om. It rhymes with awesome and possum, if that helps it stick.

What does blossom mean?

noun

  1. A flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting; a mass of such flowers.

    “The blossom has come early this year.”

  2. The state or season of producing such flowers.

    “The orchard is in blossom.”

verb

  1. To have, or open into, blossoms; to bloom.
  2. To begin to thrive or flourish.

Synonyms

bloomflourishgrowprosperthriveflower

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Words that rhyme with blossom

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awesomepossumopossumawsomephospham

Related words

bloomflowerefflorescenceflushpeakunfoldheydayprime

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blossom"?▾

"Blossom" has 2 syllables: bloss · om.

What is the IPA transcription of "blossom"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blossom" is /ˈblɒ.səm/.

What does "blossom" mean?▾

Blossom: A flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting; a mass of such flowers.

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