To pronounce "bohemian", say BOH-em-ian — 3 syllables, IPA /boʊˈhimi.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/boʊˈhimi.ən/
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"bohemian" has 3 syllables: boh-em-ian. It rhymes with nemean and ziemian, if that helps it stick.
noun
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Bohemian" has 3 syllables: boh · em · ian.
The IPA transcription of "bohemian" is /boʊˈhimi.ən/.
Bohemian: An unconventional or nonconformist artist or writer.
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