How to Pronounce Palmyra

To pronounce "palmyra", say PALMYR-a — 2 syllables, IPA /pælˈmaɪɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/pælˈmaɪɹə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “palmyra”

"palmyra" has 2 syllables: palmyr-a. It rhymes with almirah, if that helps it stick.

What does palmyra mean?

noun

  1. A palm, Borassus flabelliformis, with straight black upright trunk and palmate leaves, whose wood, fruit, and roots can be used for many purposes.

Words that rhyme with palmyra

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

almirah

Related words

lontarravagedestroyborassusdemolishes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "palmyra"?▾

"Palmyra" has 2 syllables: palmyr · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "palmyra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "palmyra" is /pælˈmaɪɹə/.

What does "palmyra" mean?▾

Palmyra: A palm, Borassus flabelliformis, with straight black upright trunk and palmate leaves, whose wood, fruit, and roots can be used for many purposes.

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