How to Pronounce Prem

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/pɹɛm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “prem”

"prem" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with mayhem and condemn, if that helps it stick.

What does prem mean?

noun

  1. A prematurely born infant.

Synonyms

preemiepremie

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Words that rhyme with prem

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mayhemcondemnstemdiademgemfemmeclemremlemchemdjembegemme

Related words

pingpremiumannouncerbingpresenterbremenbonusespremiums

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prem"?▾

"Prem" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "prem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prem" is /pɹɛm/.

What does "prem" mean?▾

Prem: A prematurely born infant.

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