How to Pronounce Plume

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈpljuːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plume”

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

What does plume mean?

noun

  1. A feather of a bird, especially a large or showy one used as a decoration.
  2. A cluster of feathers worn as an ornament, especially on a helmet; a hackle.

Synonyms

feather in one's cap

Words that rhyme with plume

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

presumeloomexhumeboomroomassumefumetombgloomspumeresumesloom

Related words

plumagefeatherfleecepreendresssoakhookpluck

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plume"?▾

"Plume" has 2 syllables: plum · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "plume"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plume" is /ˈpljuːm/.

What does "plume" mean?▾

Plume: A feather of a bird, especially a large or showy one used as a decoration.

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