How to Pronounce Yeoman

To pronounce "yeoman", say YEOM-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈjəʊ.mən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈjəʊ.mən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yeoman”

"yeoman" has 2 syllables: yeom-an. It rhymes with omen and abdomen, if that helps it stick.

What does yeoman mean?

noun

  1. An official providing honorable service in a royal or high noble household, ranking between a squire and a page. Especially, a Yeoman of the Guard, a member of a ceremonial bodyguard to the UK monarch (not to be confused with a Yeoman Warder).
  2. A dependable, diligent, or loyal worker or someone who does a great service.

Words that rhyme with yeoman

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

omenabdomengnomonbowmannomendromonsomanbomanfrohmanthoman

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yeoman"?▾

"Yeoman" has 2 syllables: yeom · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "yeoman"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yeoman" is /ˈjəʊ.mən/.

What does "yeoman" mean?▾

Yeoman: An official providing honorable service in a royal or high noble household, ranking between a squire and a page. Especially, a Yeoman of the Guard, a member of a ceremonial bodyguard to the UK monarch (not to be confused with a Yeoman Warder).

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