How to Pronounce Qualms

To pronounce "qualms", say QUALMS — one syllable. 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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QUALMS

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💡 Tip for remembering “qualms”

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

What does qualms mean?

noun

  1. A feeling of apprehension, doubt, fear etc.
  2. A sudden sickly feeling; queasiness.

Synonyms

compunctionmisgivingscrupleuneaseuneasiness

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Words that rhyme with qualms

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tomsbombsdiatomsmomsbalmspogromscomsfirebombswhamsshawmsdahmsthoms

Related words

squeamishnessqueasinessmisgivingscrupleconcernsdoubtshesitationsinhibitions

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "qualms"?▾

"Qualms" has one syllable.

What does "qualms" mean?▾

Qualms: A feeling of apprehension, doubt, fear etc.

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