How to Pronounce Sunbeam

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

SUNB-eam

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💡 Tip for remembering “sunbeam”

"sunbeam" has 2 syllables: sunb-eam. It rhymes with gleam and beam, if that helps it stick.

What does sunbeam mean?

noun

  1. A visible, narrow, and intense (relative to ambient light) ray of sunlight.
  2. An item of cutlery or crockery laid out on a table, but not used, and which can be returned to the drawer without being washed.

noun

  1. The direct rays, light or warmth of the sun.

    “We were warmed by the bright sunshine.”

  2. A location on which the sun's rays fall.

    “We moved out of the shade and into the sunshine.”

Synonyms

sunlight

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Words that rhyme with sunbeam

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gleambeamesteemschemecreamthemestreamdreampassimscreamteamdaydream

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sunbeam"?▾

"Sunbeam" has 2 syllables: sunb · eam.

What does "sunbeam" mean?▾

Sunbeam: A visible, narrow, and intense (relative to ambient light) ray of sunlight.

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