How to Pronounce Poems

To pronounce "poems", say POEMS — one syllable, IPA /ˈpəʊ.ɪmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈpəʊ.ɪmz/

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What does poems mean?

noun

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

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How many syllables are in "poems"?

"Poems" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "poems"?

The IPA transcription of "poems" is /ˈpəʊ.ɪmz/.

What does "poems" mean?

Poems: A literary piece written in verse.

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