How to Pronounce Lumens

To pronounce "lumens", say LUM-ens — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LUM-ens

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💡 Tip for remembering “lumens”

"lumens" has 2 syllables: lum-ens. It rhymes with youmans and humans, if that helps it stick.

What does lumens mean?

noun

  1. In the International System of Units, the derived unit of luminous flux; the light that is emitted in a solid angle of one steradian from a source of one candela. Symbol: lm.
  2. The cavity or channel within a tube or tubular organ.

Words that rhyme with lumens

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youmanshumansrumens

Related words

lmansidiameterlightswattscandelasmcd

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lumens"?▾

"Lumens" has 2 syllables: lum · ens.

What does "lumens" mean?▾

Lumens: In the International System of Units, the derived unit of luminous flux; the light that is emitted in a solid angle of one steradian from a source of one candela. Symbol: lm.

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