How to Pronounce Christmas

To pronounce "christmas", say CHRISTM-as — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

christmas

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

CHRISTM-as

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💡 Tip for remembering “christmas”

"christmas" has 2 syllables: christm-as. It rhymes with isthmus, if that helps it stick.

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Words that rhyme with christmas

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isthmus

Related words

christmastideyulechristmastimeyuletidexmasnoelholidayeve

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "christmas"?▾

"Christmas" has 2 syllables: christm · as.

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