How to Pronounce Flames

To pronounce "flames", say FLAM-es — 2 syllables, IPA /fleɪmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fleɪmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flames”

"flames" has 2 syllables: flam-es. It rhymes with exclaims and aims, if that helps it stick.

What does flames mean?

noun

  1. The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
  2. A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.

verb

  1. To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.
  2. To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.

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Words that rhyme with flames

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exclaimsaimsproclaimsjamesclaimshamesnamesblamesframeslamesdamesshames

Related words

fireflareblazeblazescoalsembersfirearmsfires

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flames"?▾

"Flames" has 2 syllables: flam · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "flames"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flames" is /fleɪmz/.

What does "flames" mean?▾

Flames: The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.

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