How to Pronounce Slim

To pronounce "slim", say SLIM — one syllable, IPA /slɪm/. 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

/slɪm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “slim”

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

What does slim mean?

noun

  1. A type of cigarette substantially longer and thinner than normal cigarettes.

    “I only smoke slims.”

  2. A potato farl.

verb

  1. To lose weight in order to achieve slimness.
  2. To make slimmer; to reduce in size.

adjective

  1. Slender, thin.
  2. (of something abstract like a chance or margin) Very small, tiny.

    “I'm afraid your chances are quite slim.”

Synonyms

cunningfroodfinestalkysticklikethinvirgateflimsy

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Words that rhyme with slim

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grimdimskimvimtrimprimhymnwhimrimbrimshimpseudonym

Related words

slenderslenderizethinlittlesmallreduceslightlean

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slim"?▾

"Slim" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "slim"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slim" is /slɪm/.

What does "slim" mean?▾

Slim: A type of cigarette substantially longer and thinner than normal cigarettes.

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