How to pronounce imam
Say it like EYE-mam. Imam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- mam
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imam pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- mamKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of imam
American and British speakers say imam in essentially the same way: /ˈaɪmæm/ in the US and /ˈaɪmæm/ in the UK.
British respelling: EYE-mam.
What does imam mean?
- (Islam) the man who leads prayers in a mosque; for Shiites an imam is a recognized authority on Islamic theology and law and a spiritual guide
Questions about saying imam
How do you pronounce imam?
Say EYE-mam. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪmæm/. In British English it is /ˈaɪmæm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imam?
Imam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · mam.
Do Americans and Brits say imam the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaɪmæm/ and the British form is /ˈaɪmæm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.