How to pronounce pelham
Say it like PEL-um. Pelham has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEL).
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- PEL
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pelham pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pelham
American and British speakers say pelham in essentially the same way: /ˈpɛləm/ in the US and /ˈpɛləm/ in the UK.
British respelling: PEL-um.
What does pelham mean?
- A type of bit used on the bridle of a horse, consisting of a mouthpiece, a shank, and two rings on each side.
Words that rhyme with pelham
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pelham.
Questions about saying pelham
How do you pronounce pelham?
Say PEL-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛləm/. In British English it is /ˈpɛləm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pelham?
Pelham has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEL). Broken into parts: PEL · um.
Do Americans and Brits say pelham the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɛləm/ and the British form is /ˈpɛləm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.