How to pronounce abloom
Say it like uh-BLOOM. Abloom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOOM).
- uh
- BLOOM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abloom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BLOOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of abloom
American and British speakers say abloom in essentially the same way: /əˈblum/ in the US and /əˈbluːm/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BLOOM.
What does abloom mean?
- In or into bloom; in a blooming state; having flower blooms unfolding.
- Blooming; covered in flowers.
- Having something growing or grown.
- Thriving in health, beauty, and vigor; exhibiting youth-like beauty.
Where does abloom come from?
From a- (“in”) + bloom (“flower”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- efflorescent
Words that rhyme with abloom
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abloom.
Questions about saying abloom
How do you pronounce abloom?
Say uh-BLOOM. The American pronunciation is /əˈblum/. In British English it is /əˈbluːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abloom?
Abloom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOOM). Broken into parts: uh · BLOOM.
Do Americans and Brits say abloom the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈblum/ and the British form is /əˈbluːm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.