How to Pronounce Seem

To pronounce "seem", say SEEM — one syllable, IPA /siːm/. 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

/siːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “seem”

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

Sounds exactly like: seam, siem — easy to mix up when writing.

What does seem mean?

verb

  1. To appear; to look outwardly; to be perceived as.

    “He seems to be ill.   Her eyes seem blue.   It seems like it is going to rain later.   How did she seem to you?”

  2. To befit; to beseem.

Words that rhyme with seem

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gleambeamesteemschemecreamthemestreamdreampassimscreamteamdaydream

Related words

appearlookappearanceconsidersuggestthinkbelieveresemble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seem"?▾

"Seem" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "seem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seem" is /siːm/.

What does "seem" mean?▾

Seem: To appear; to look outwardly; to be perceived as.

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