How to Pronounce Paramours

To pronounce "paramours", say PAR-am-ours — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PAR-am-ours

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💡 Tip for remembering “paramours”

"paramours" has 3 syllables: par-am-ours.

What does paramours mean?

noun

  1. (somewhat obsolete) An illicit lover, either male or female.

    “to run away with a paramour”

  2. The Virgin Mary or Jesus Christ (when addressed by a person of the opposite sex).

Synonyms

lemanmistress

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paramours"?▾

"Paramours" has 3 syllables: par · am · ours.

What does "paramours" mean?▾

Paramours: (somewhat obsolete) An illicit lover, either male or female.

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