How to pronounce entomb
Say it like en-TOOM. Entomb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOOM).
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- en
- TOOM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Entomb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- TOOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of entomb
American and British speakers say entomb in essentially the same way: /ɛnˈtum/ in the US and /ɛnˈtuːm/ in the UK.
British respelling: en-TOOM.
What does entomb mean?
- To deposit (a corpse) in a tomb.
- To confine (someone or something) in restrictive surroundings.
Where does entomb come from?
From Old French entomber (“deposit in a tomb”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with entomb
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of entomb.
Questions about saying entomb
How do you pronounce entomb?
Say en-TOOM. The American pronunciation is /ɛnˈtum/. In British English it is /ɛnˈtuːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in entomb?
Entomb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOOM). Broken into parts: en · TOOM.
Do Americans and Brits say entomb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛnˈtum/ and the British form is /ɛnˈtuːm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.