How to Pronounce Charm

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

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Syllable

Letters

/tʃɑːm/

IPA

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

noun

An object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation).
“It works like a charm.”
The ability to persuade, delight or arouse admiration; often constructed in the plural.
“He had great personal charm.”

verb

To seduce, persuade or fascinate someone or something.
“He charmed her with his dashing tales of his days as a sailor.”
To use a magical charm upon; to subdue, control, or summon by incantation or supernatural influence.
“After winning three games while wearing the chain, Dan began to think it had been charmed.”

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How many syllables are in "charm"?▾

"Charm" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "charm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "charm" is /tʃɑːm/.

What does "charm" mean?▾

Charm: An object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation).

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