How to Pronounce Gem

To pronounce "gem", say GEM — one syllable, IPA /d͡ʒɛm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/d͡ʒɛm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gem”

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

Sounds exactly like: gemme, jem, gehm — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gem mean?

noun

  1. A precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.
  2. Any precious or highly valued thing or person.

    “She's an absolute gem.”

verb

  1. To adorn with, or as if with, gems.

Synonyms

gemstonejewelprecious stonebegem

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Words that rhyme with gem

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mayhemcondemnstemdiademfemmeclemremlemchemdjembegemmeem

Related words

jewelgemstonestonemuffintreasurebrioletterockjewelry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gem"?▾

"Gem" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gem" is /d͡ʒɛm/.

What does "gem" mean?▾

Gem: A precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.

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