How to pronounce theorem
Say it like THIR-um. Theorem has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THIR).
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- THIR
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theorem pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of theorem
American and British speakers say theorem in essentially the same way: /ˈθɪrəm/ in the US and /ˈθɪərəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: THEER-rum.
What does theorem mean?
- a proposition deducible from basic postulates
- an idea accepted as a demonstrable truth
Words that rhyme with theorem
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of theorem.
Questions about saying theorem
How do you pronounce theorem?
Say THIR-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈθɪrəm/. In British English it is /ˈθɪərəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theorem?
Theorem has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THIR). Broken into parts: THIR · um.
Do Americans and Brits say theorem the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈθɪrəm/ and the British form is /ˈθɪərəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.