How to Pronounce Sermon

To pronounce "sermon", say SERM-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɜː.mən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈsɜː.mən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sermon”

"sermon" has 2 syllables: serm-on. It rhymes with determine and ermine, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: sirmon, sirman, surman — easy to mix up when writing.

What does sermon mean?

noun

  1. Religious discourse; a written or spoken address on a religious or moral matter.
  2. A lengthy speech of reproval.

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Words that rhyme with sermon

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determineermineverminterminepredeterminehermangermenherminesirmonyurmanbermanbirman

Related words

preachingdiscoursehomilypulpitlecturelessonengagementpresentation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sermon"?▾

"Sermon" has 2 syllables: serm · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "sermon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sermon" is /ˈsɜː.mən/.

What does "sermon" mean?▾

Sermon: Religious discourse; a written or spoken address on a religious or moral matter.

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