How to Pronounce Sesame

To pronounce "sesame", say SES-am-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛzəmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɛzəmi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sesame”

"sesame" has 3 syllables: ses-am-e.

What does sesame mean?

noun

  1. A tropical Asian plant (Sesamum indicum) bearing small flat seeds used as food and as a source of oil.
  2. The seed of this plant.

Synonyms

beniseedgingellysesame seed

Related words

bennibennebennytilcilantrosyrupsimsimsesamum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sesame"?▾

"Sesame" has 3 syllables: ses · am · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sesame"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sesame" is /ˈsɛzəmi/.

What does "sesame" mean?▾

Sesame: A tropical Asian plant (Sesamum indicum) bearing small flat seeds used as food and as a source of oil.

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