How to Pronounce Rhythm

"Rhythm" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈɹɪðəm/ in IPA and it has 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪðəm/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɹˈɪðəm/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “rhythm

"rhythm" has 2 syllables: rhythm.

What does rhythm mean?

noun

  1. The variation of strong and weak elements (such as duration, accent) of sounds, notably in speech or music, over time; a beat or meter.
  2. A specifically defined pattern of such variation.

verb

  1. To impart a (particular) rhythm to.

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How do you pronounce "rhythm"?

"Rhythm" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈɹɪðəm/ in IPA and it has 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "rhythm"?

"Rhythm" has 2 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "rhythm"?

The IPA transcription of "rhythm" is /ˈɹɪðəm/.

What does "rhythm" mean?

Rhythm: The variation of strong and weak elements (such as duration, accent) of sounds, notably in speech or music, over time; a beat or meter.

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