How to Pronounce “rheum”
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- American (US)
- /ɹuːm/
- British (UK)
- /ɹuːm/
What “rheum” means
noun — Thin or watery discharge of mucus or serum, especially from the eyes or nose, formerly thought to cause disease.
Pronunciation Notes
The h is silent. The h in the Greek spelling rh- is not pronounced in English, so “rheum” begins on a plain /r/.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "rheum" mean?
rheum (noun): Thin or watery discharge of mucus or serum, especially from the eyes or nose, formerly thought to cause disease.
How do you pronounce "rheum" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "rheum", /ɹuːm/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "rheum"?
/ɹuːm/ in American English, /ɹuːm/ in British English.
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