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How to Pronounce Salmon/2-syl/
/ˈsæm.ən/
From Latin *salmō*. The "l" has been silent since the word entered English from Old French *saumon*.
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SALM
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ˈsæm.ən — correct
Frequently asked questions 6
How do you pronounce Salmon?
Salmon is pronounced /ˈsæm.ən/ — "SALM-on" with primary stress on the first syllable.
How many syllables are in Salmon?
Salmon has 2 syllables: SALM-on. Stress falls on the first syllable.
Which syllable is stressed in Salmon?
The first syllable — "SALM" — carries primary stress: /ˈsæm.ən/.
Where does the word Salmon come from?
Salmon is a Latin loanword — From Latin *salmō*. The "l" has been silent since the word entered English from Old French *saumon*..
Is Salmon pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Salmon is pronounced the same in all major English dialects.
How can I practice pronouncing Salmon?
Break the word into 2 syllables and exaggerate each: SALM—ON. Stress the first syllable loudly.