How to Pronounce Extremes

To pronounce "extremes", say EXTR-em-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈstɹiːmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɛkˈstɹiːmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “extremes”

"extremes" has 3 syllables: extr-em-es. It rhymes with beams and daydreams, if that helps it stick.

What does extremes mean?

noun

  1. The greatest or utmost point, degree or condition.
  2. Each of the things at opposite ends of a range or scale.

    “extremes of temperature”

Words that rhyme with extremes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

beamsdaydreamsschemesdreamsseamsseemsjeamesstreamscreamssteamsteemshiems

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "extremes"?▾

"Extremes" has 3 syllables: extr · em · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "extremes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "extremes" is /ɛkˈstɹiːmz/.

What does "extremes" mean?▾

Extremes: The greatest or utmost point, degree or condition.

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