How to Pronounce Medium

To pronounce "medium", say MED-ium — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmiːdɪəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmiːdɪəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “medium”

"medium" has 2 syllables: med-ium. It rhymes with tedium, if that helps it stick.

What does medium mean?

noun

  1. (plural media or mediums) The chemistry of the surrounding environment, e.g. solid, liquid, gas, vacuum, or a specific substance such as a solvent.
  2. (plural media or mediums) The materials or empty space through which signals, waves or forces pass.

adjective

  1. Arithmetically average.
  2. Of intermediate size, degree, amount etc.

adverb

  1. To a medium extent

Synonyms

mediumly

Words that rhyme with medium

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tedium

Related words

intermediatemetieraveragespiritualistmoderatecookedlandscapeenvironment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "medium"?▾

"Medium" has 2 syllables: med · ium.

What is the IPA transcription of "medium"?▾

The IPA transcription of "medium" is /ˈmiːdɪəm/.

What does "medium" mean?▾

Medium: (plural media or mediums) The chemistry of the surrounding environment, e.g. solid, liquid, gas, vacuum, or a specific substance such as a solvent.

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