How to Pronounce Thermos

To pronounce "thermos", say THERM-os — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθɝ.məs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈθɝ.məs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thermos”

"thermos" has 2 syllables: therm-os. It rhymes with permiss and epidermis, if that helps it stick.

What does thermos mean?

noun

  1. A bottle, flask or similar vessel having a vacuum between its inner and outer silvered walls; designed to maintain the temperature of its contents

Words that rhyme with thermos

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

permissepidermisdermistaxidermists

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thermos"?▾

"Thermos" has 2 syllables: therm · os.

What is the IPA transcription of "thermos"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thermos" is /ˈθɝ.məs/.

What does "thermos" mean?▾

Thermos: A bottle, flask or similar vessel having a vacuum between its inner and outer silvered walls; designed to maintain the temperature of its contents

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