How to Pronounce Drachmae

To pronounce "drachmae", say DRACHM-ae — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹæk.miː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdɹæk.miː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “drachmae”

"drachmae" has 2 syllables: drachm-ae.

What does drachmae mean?

noun

  1. The currency of Greece in ancient times and again from 1832 until 2001, with the symbol ₯, since replaced by the euro.
  2. A coin worth one drachma.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "drachmae"?▾

"Drachmae" has 2 syllables: drachm · ae.

What is the IPA transcription of "drachmae"?▾

The IPA transcription of "drachmae" is /ˈdɹæk.miː/.

What does "drachmae" mean?▾

Drachmae: The currency of Greece in ancient times and again from 1832 until 2001, with the symbol ₯, since replaced by the euro.

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