How to Pronounce Tandem

To pronounce "tandem", say TAND-em — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtæn.dəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtæn.dəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tandem”

"tandem" has 2 syllables: tand-em. It rhymes with memorandum and fandom, if that helps it stick.

What does tandem mean?

noun

  1. A carriage pulled by two or more draught animals (generally draught horses) harnessed one behind the other, both providing the pulling power but only the animal in front able to steer.
  2. (transferred sense) A bicycle or tricycle in which two people sit one behind the other, both able to pedal but only the person in front able to steer.

adjective

  1. Together; working as one.

    “Their skillful tandem work made the project quick and successful.”

adverb

  1. One behind the other.

    “The horses were harnessed tandem.”

Synonyms

in tandem

Words that rhyme with tandem

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

memorandumfandomgrandam

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tandem"?▾

"Tandem" has 2 syllables: tand · em.

What is the IPA transcription of "tandem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tandem" is /ˈtæn.dəm/.

What does "tandem" mean?▾

Tandem: A carriage pulled by two or more draught animals (generally draught horses) harnessed one behind the other, both providing the pulling power but only the animal in front able to steer.

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