How to Pronounce Dulcimer

To pronounce "dulcimer", say DULC-im-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʌl.sɪ.mə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdʌl.sɪ.mə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dulcimer”

"dulcimer" has 3 syllables: dulc-im-er.

What does dulcimer mean?

noun

  1. A stringed instrument, with strings stretched across a sounding board, usually trapezoidal. It is played on the lap or horizontally on a table. Some have their own legs. These musical instruments are played by plucking on the strings (traditionally with a quill) or by tapping on them (in the case of the hammer dulcimers).

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dulcimer"?▾

"Dulcimer" has 3 syllables: dulc · im · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "dulcimer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dulcimer" is /ˈdʌl.sɪ.mə/.

What does "dulcimer" mean?▾

Dulcimer: A stringed instrument, with strings stretched across a sounding board, usually trapezoidal. It is played on the lap or horizontally on a table. Some have their own legs. These musical instruments are played by plucking on the strings (traditionally with a quill) or by tapping on them (in the case of the hammer dulcimers).

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