To pronounce "kermes", say KERM-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
kermes
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KERM-es
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"kermes" has 2 syllables: kerm-es. It rhymes with termes and perms, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Kermes" has 2 syllables: kerm · es.
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