How to Pronounce Plasma

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈplazmə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plasma”

"plasma" has 2 syllables: plasm-a. It rhymes with miasma and asthma, if that helps it stick.

What does plasma mean?

noun

  1. A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons
  2. A clear component of blood or lymph containing fibrin

Words that rhyme with plasma

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

miasmaasthma

Related words

serumplasmscreenpulpdosecoilplasmapheresiscytoplasmic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plasma"?▾

"Plasma" has 2 syllables: plasm · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "plasma"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plasma" is /ˈplazmə/.

What does "plasma" mean?▾

Plasma: A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons

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