How to Pronounce Poem

To pronounce "poem", say POEM — one syllable, IPA /ˈpoʊ̯ɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈpoʊ̯ɪm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “poem”

"poem" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with jeroboam, if that helps it stick.

What does poem mean?

noun

  1. A literary piece written in verse.
  2. A piece of writing in the tradition of poetry, an instance of poetry.

Words that rhyme with poem

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

jeroboam

Related words

verselimerickrhymesonnetpoetpoetryheartune

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poem"?▾

"Poem" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "poem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poem" is /ˈpoʊ̯ɪm/.

What does "poem" mean?▾

Poem: A literary piece written in verse.

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