How to pronounce acclaim
Say it like uh-KLAYM. Acclaim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYM).
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- uh
- KLAYM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acclaim 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.
- KLAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of acclaim
American and British speakers say acclaim in essentially the same way: /əˈkleɪm/ in the US and /əˈkleɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-KLAYM.
What does acclaim mean?
- To express great approval (for).“a highly-acclaimed novel”
- To salute or praise with great approval; to compliment; to applaud; to welcome enthusiastically.
- To declare by acclamations.
- An acclamation; a shout of applause.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with acclaim
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Questions about saying acclaim
How do you pronounce acclaim?
Say uh-KLAYM. The American pronunciation is /əˈkleɪm/. In British English it is /əˈkleɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acclaim?
Acclaim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYM). Broken into parts: uh · KLAYM.
Do Americans and Brits say acclaim the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈkleɪm/ and the British form is /əˈkleɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.