How to Pronounce Ohms

To pronounce "ohms", say OHMS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “ohms”

"ohms" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with catacombs and holmes, if that helps it stick.

What does ohms mean?

noun

  1. In the International System of Units, the derived unit of electrical resistance; the electrical resistance of a device across which a potential difference of one volt causes a current of one ampere. Symbol: Ω

Words that rhyme with ohms

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catacombsholmesfomesgnomesdomesbiomesrhizomeschromeschromosomeshomescombsliposomes

Related words

inductanceimpedancecapacitancesvoltagesamperesinductorpotentiometermegohms

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ohms"?▾

"Ohms" has one syllable.

What does "ohms" mean?▾

Ohms: In the International System of Units, the derived unit of electrical resistance; the electrical resistance of a device across which a potential difference of one volt causes a current of one ampere. Symbol: Ω

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