How to Pronounce Momentum

To pronounce "momentum", say MOM-ent-um — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌmoʊˈmɛntəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌmoʊˈmɛntəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “momentum”

"momentum" has 3 syllables: mom-ent-um. It rhymes with mentum and centum, if that helps it stick.

What does momentum mean?

noun

Of a body in motion: the tendency of a body to maintain its inertial motion; the product of its mass and velocity.
The impetus, either of a body in motion, or of an idea or course of events; a moment.

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Words that rhyme with momentum

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mentum centum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "momentum"?▾

"Momentum" has 3 syllables: mom · ent · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "momentum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "momentum" is /ˌmoʊˈmɛntəm/.

What does "momentum" mean?▾

Momentum: Of a body in motion: the tendency of a body to maintain its inertial motion; the product of its mass and velocity.

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