How to Pronounce Poppadom

To pronounce "poppadom", say POPP-ad-om — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

POPP-ad-om

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💡 Tip for remembering “poppadom”

"poppadom" has 3 syllables: popp-ad-om. It rhymes with papa and poppa, if that helps it stick.

What does poppadom mean?

noun

  1. A thin, crisp Indian bread made from lentil flour, optionally spiced or flavoured in various ways and either grilled or deep-fried, which may be eaten on its own as a snack, with chutneys as a starter or as an accompaniment to a meal.

Words that rhyme with poppadom

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

papapoppakoppatopauscapahoppachapa

Related words

poppadumpoppodompopadampopadompapadumpappadumpopadumpapadom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poppadom"?▾

"Poppadom" has 3 syllables: popp · ad · om.

What does "poppadom" mean?▾

Poppadom: A thin, crisp Indian bread made from lentil flour, optionally spiced or flavoured in various ways and either grilled or deep-fried, which may be eaten on its own as a snack, with chutneys as a starter or as an accompaniment to a meal.

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