How to Pronounce Shalom

To pronounce "shalom", say SHAL-om — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SHAL-om

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💡 Tip for remembering “shalom”

"shalom" has 2 syllables: shal-om. It rhymes with home and roam, if that helps it stick.

What does shalom mean?

noun

  1. Peace

interjection

  1. A traditional Jewish greeting or farewell.

Words that rhyme with shalom

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

homeroamcombloammonochromecatacombglomehippodromegloamgnomehoneycombsloam

Related words

ishhallojehovahbritsharonhellosholomshaharith

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shalom"?▾

"Shalom" has 2 syllables: shal · om.

What does "shalom" mean?▾

Shalom: Peace

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