How to Pronounce “thyme”
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- American (US)
- /taɪm/
- British (UK)
- /taɪm/
- Australian (AU)
- /tɑem/
What “thyme” means
noun — Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus, such as garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris), a warm, pungent aromatic, that is much used to give a relish to seasoning and soups.
Pronunciation Notes
The final e is silent. The transcription /taɪm/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “thyme” is not pronounced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "thyme" mean?
thyme (noun): Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus, such as garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris), a warm, pungent aromatic, that is much used to give a relish to seasoning and soups.
How do you pronounce "thyme" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "thyme", /taɪm/, 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 "thyme"?
/taɪm/ in American English, /taɪm/ in British English, /tɑem/ in Australian English.
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