How to Pronounce Hems

To pronounce "hems", say HEMS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “hems”

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

What does hems mean?

noun

  1. An utterance or sound of the voice like "hem", often indicative of hesitation or doubt, sometimes used to call attention.

verb

  1. To make the sound expressed by the word hem; to hesitate in speaking.

noun

  1. The border of an article of clothing doubled back and stitched together to finish the edge and prevent it from fraying.
  2. A rim or margin of something.

Words that rhyme with hems

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gemsstemstemsecondemnsbremscremsklemzkremssemmesthames

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hems"?▾

"Hems" has one syllable.

What does "hems" mean?▾

Hems: An utterance or sound of the voice like "hem", often indicative of hesitation or doubt, sometimes used to call attention.

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