How to Pronounce Victim

To pronounce "victim", say VICT-im — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvɪktəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈvɪktəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “victim”

"victim" has 2 syllables: vict-im. It rhymes with dictum, if that helps it stick.

What does victim mean?

noun

One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceived, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular:
“the youngest victims of the brutal war”
A living being which is slain and offered as a sacrifice, usually in a religious rite.

Synonyms

injured party

Antonyms

offender

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Words that rhyme with victim

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dictum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "victim"?▾

"Victim" has 2 syllables: vict · im.

What is the IPA transcription of "victim"?▾

The IPA transcription of "victim" is /ˈvɪktəm/.

What does "victim" mean?▾

Victim: One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceived, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular:

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