How to Pronounce Premium

To pronounce "premium", say PREM-ium — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹimiəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹimiəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “premium”

"premium" has 2 syllables: prem-ium. It rhymes with freemium and superpremium, if that helps it stick.

What does premium mean?

noun

  1. A prize or award.
  2. Something offered at a reduced price as an inducement to buy something else.

adjective

  1. Superior in quality; higher in price or value.
  2. High-end; belonging to the market segment between mid-market and luxury.

Antonyms

discount

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Words that rhyme with premium

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freemiumsuperpremium

Related words

superiorbountyagioagiotagetop-qualityhigh-qualityqualityworld-class

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "premium"?▾

"Premium" has 2 syllables: prem · ium.

What is the IPA transcription of "premium"?▾

The IPA transcription of "premium" is /ˈpɹimiəm/.

What does "premium" mean?▾

Premium: A prize or award.

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