How to Pronounce Tram

To pronounce "tram", say TRAM — one syllable, IPA /tɹam/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/tɹam/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tram”

"tram" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with sham and damn, if that helps it stick.

What does tram mean?

noun

  1. A passenger vehicle for public use that runs on tracks in the road (called a streetcar or trolley in North America).
  2. A similar vehicle for carrying materials.

verb

  1. To operate, or conduct the business of, a tramway.
  2. To travel by tram.

Synonyms

streetcartrolley

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Words that rhyme with tram

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shamdamncramprogramslamramclamdamjamepigramlamlamb

Related words

streetcartramwaytramcartrolleyropewaybussubway

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tram"?▾

"Tram" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tram"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tram" is /tɹam/.

What does "tram" mean?▾

Tram: A passenger vehicle for public use that runs on tracks in the road (called a streetcar or trolley in North America).

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