How to Pronounce Neume

To pronounce "neume", say NEUM-e — 2 syllables, IPA /njuːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/njuːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “neume”

"neume" has 2 syllables: neum-e. It rhymes with plume and presume, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pneum — easy to mix up when writing.

What does neume mean?

noun

  1. Any of a set of signs used in early musical notation.
  2. A sequence of notes to be sung to one syllable.

Words that rhyme with neume

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plumepresumeloomexhumeboomroomassumefumetombgloomspumeresume

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "neume"?▾

"Neume" has 2 syllables: neum · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "neume"?▾

The IPA transcription of "neume" is /njuːm/.

What does "neume" mean?▾

Neume: Any of a set of signs used in early musical notation.

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