How to Pronounce Telegram

To pronounce "telegram", say TEL-egr-am — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɛləˌɡɹæm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈtɛləˌɡɹæm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “telegram”

"telegram" has 3 syllables: tel-egr-am. It rhymes with sham and damn, if that helps it stick.

What does telegram mean?

noun

A message transmitted by telegraph.

verb

To send a telegram.
To send a telegram to (a person).

Synonyms

cable wire

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Words that rhyme with telegram

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sham damn cram program slam ram clam dam jam epigram lam lamb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "telegram"?▾

"Telegram" has 3 syllables: tel · egr · am.

What is the IPA transcription of "telegram"?▾

The IPA transcription of "telegram" is /ˈtɛləˌɡɹæm/.

What does "telegram" mean?▾

Telegram: A message transmitted by telegraph.

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