How to Pronounce Drama

To pronounce "drama", say DRAM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹæmə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈdɹæmə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “drama”

"drama" has 2 syllables: dram-a. It rhymes with melodrama and trauma, if that helps it stick.

What does drama mean?

noun

  1. A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue
  2. Such a work for television, radio or the cinema (usually one that is not a comedy)

Words that rhyme with drama

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

melodramatraumamamachromabromamammamommaramacaumacommakaamallama

Related words

playplaywrighttheatricaldramaticsceneplayhousemelodramatroupe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "drama"?▾

"Drama" has 2 syllables: dram · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "drama"?▾

The IPA transcription of "drama" is /ˈdɹæmə/.

What does "drama" mean?▾

Drama: A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue

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