How to Pronounce Diagram

To pronounce "diagram", say DIAGR-am — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡɹæm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡɹæm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “diagram”

"diagram" has 2 syllables: diagr-am. It rhymes with sham and damn, if that helps it stick.

What does diagram mean?

noun

  1. A plan, drawing, sketch or outline to show how something works, or show the relationships between the parts of a whole.

    “Electrical diagrams show device interconnections.”

  2. A graph or chart.

verb

  1. To represent or indicate something using a diagram.
  2. To schedule the operations of a locomotive or train according to a diagram.

Synonyms

schematic

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Words that rhyme with diagram

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shamdamncramprogramslamramclamdamjamepigramlamlamb

Related words

plotflowchartplangraphicalfigureorganigramschemaorganigramme

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diagram"?▾

"Diagram" has 2 syllables: diagr · am.

What is the IPA transcription of "diagram"?▾

The IPA transcription of "diagram" is /ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡɹæm/.

What does "diagram" mean?▾

Diagram: A plan, drawing, sketch or outline to show how something works, or show the relationships between the parts of a whole.

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