How to Pronounce Welcome

To pronounce "welcome", say WELC-om-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɛɫkəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈwɛɫkəm/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/wˈɛlkʌm/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “welcome”

"welcome" has 3 syllables: welc-om-e. It rhymes with unwelcome and welkom, if that helps it stick.

What does welcome mean?

noun

The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.
The utterance of such a greeting.

verb

To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".
To accept something willingly or gladly.
“We welcome suggestions for improvement.”

adjective

Whose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.
“Refugees welcome in London!”
Producing gladness.
“a welcome present; welcome news”

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Words that rhyme with welcome

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unwelcome welkom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "welcome"?▾

"Welcome" has 3 syllables: welc · om · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "welcome"?▾

The IPA transcription of "welcome" is /ˈwɛɫkəm/.

What does "welcome" mean?▾

Welcome: The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.

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