How to Pronounce Ferm

To pronounce "ferm", say FERM — one syllable, IPA /fɜː(ɹ)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/fɜː(ɹ)m/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ferm”

"ferm" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with affirm and firm, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: firm — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ferm mean?

noun

  1. Rent for a farm

    “He let his land to ferm.”

  2. A farm

Words that rhyme with ferm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affirmfirminfirmconfirmreaffirmtermsquirmbermlongtermspermfromworm

Related words

farmeryfarmemailingfarmeringarderavenageverdacre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ferm"?▾

"Ferm" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ferm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ferm" is /fɜː(ɹ)m/.

What does "ferm" mean?▾

Ferm: Rent for a farm

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