How to Pronounce Lambda

To pronounce "lambda", say LAMBD-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlæm.də/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlæm.də/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lambda”

"lambda" has 2 syllables: lambd-a. It rhymes with lamda, if that helps it stick.

What does lambda mean?

noun

  1. The eleventh letter of the Classical and Modern Greek alphabet, the twelfth of the Old Greek alphabet.
  2. Unit representation of wavelength.

Synonyms

elasticityomega

Words that rhyme with lambda

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lamda

Related words

omegagammaaverageordinarynormaldeadphagebacteriophage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lambda"?▾

"Lambda" has 2 syllables: lambd · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "lambda"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lambda" is /ˈlæm.də/.

What does "lambda" mean?▾

Lambda: The eleventh letter of the Classical and Modern Greek alphabet, the twelfth of the Old Greek alphabet.

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