How to Pronounce Targum

To pronounce "targum", say TARG-um — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɑːɡəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtɑːɡəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “targum”

"targum" has 2 syllables: targ-um.

What does targum mean?

noun

  1. An Aramaic translation of the Tanakh written or compiled between the Second Temple period and the early Middle Ages.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "targum"?▾

"Targum" has 2 syllables: targ · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "targum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "targum" is /ˈtɑːɡəm/.

What does "targum" mean?▾

Targum: An Aramaic translation of the Tanakh written or compiled between the Second Temple period and the early Middle Ages.

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