How to pronounce graham
Say it like GRAY-um. Graham has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY).
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- GRAY
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Graham pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of graham
American and British speakers say graham in essentially the same way: /ˈɡreɪəm/ in the US and /ˈɡreɪəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: GRAY-um.
What does graham mean?
- United States evangelical preacher famous as a mass evangelist (born in 1918)
- United States dancer and choreographer whose work was noted for its austerity and technical rigor (1893-1991)
- flour made by grinding the entire wheat berry including the bran; (whole meal flour is British usage)
Where does graham come from?
Named after Sylvester Graham.
Questions about saying graham
How do you pronounce graham?
Say GRAY-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡreɪəm/. In British English it is /ˈɡreɪəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in graham?
Graham has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY). Broken into parts: GRAY · um.
Do Americans and Brits say graham the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡreɪəm/ and the British form is /ˈɡreɪəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.