How to pronounce calm
calm
/kɑːm/
1 syllable
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There is a second pronunciation: /kɑːlm/.
What to watch for
The l is silent here.
Calm, sound by sound
| /k/as in cat | With a light puff of air at the start of a word. |
| /ɑː/as in father | A deep, long “ah”; the tongue lies low and back. |
| /m/as in man | Lips closed, air through the nose. |
In a sentence
Don't let your emotions rule you. Be calm!
Questions and answers
How do you pronounce calm?
Calm is pronounced /kɑːm/ in American English. A second pronunciation, /kɑːlm/, is also used.
How many syllables are in calm?
Calm has 1 syllable.
Is there a silent or unusual letter in calm?
The l is silent here.