How to pronounce strim
Say it like STRIM. Strim is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- STRIM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Strim pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of strim
American and British speakers say strim in essentially the same way: /strɪm/ in the US and /strɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: STRIM.
What does strim mean?
- To cut using a strimmer/string trimmer.
Where does strim come from?
Back-formation from strimmer, originally a trademark.
Words that rhyme with strim
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of strim.
Questions about saying strim
How do you pronounce strim?
Say STRIM. The American pronunciation is /strɪm/. In British English it is /strɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in strim?
Strim is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: STRIM.
Do Americans and Brits say strim the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /strɪm/ and the British form is /strɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.