How many syllables are in “salmon”?

“Salmon” has 2 syllables: SAM-uhn.

What is the IPA for “salmon”?

The American English IPA transcription of “salmon” is ˈsæmən.

How can I practice pronouncing “salmon”?

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American English pronunciation

How to pronounce salmon

/ˈsæmən/SAM-uhn2 syllables

“salmon” is one of those English words that looks nothing like it sounds. It's 2 syllables (SAM-uhn), and the trick is in the sounds below — hear it, then say it back and let our AI model show you how close you landed.

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The sounds to nail

/æ/as in cat
Smile slightly, tongue low and front. Don't let it drift toward 'eh'.
/s/as in see
Tongue tip near gum ridge, narrow airstream, no voice.

Trickier for some first languages

The sounds in “salmon” are common stumbling blocks for speakers of:

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Common questions

How many syllables are in “salmon”?: “Salmon” has 2 syllables: SAM-uhn.
What is the IPA for “salmon”?: The American English IPA transcription of “salmon” is ˈsæmən.
How can I practice pronouncing “salmon”?: Press play to hear “salmon” spoken by our AI model, then record yourself on this page to get an instant pronunciation score — your first try needs no account.

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