What chamomile means
A small flowering plant commonly used for herbal tea.
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How to pronounce chamomile
Learn how to pronounce chamomile in English with clear US and UK audio, simple phonetic spelling, IPA, syllables, stress, and pronunciation tips.
1. Audio
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2. Simple phonetic spelling
KAM-uh-myle
3. IPA transcription
/ˈkæməmaɪl/
4. Syllables
chamomile
5. Stress
KAM-uh-myle
6. Native-language tips
kam-uh-myle
- Do not read the final e as a separate vowel.
- The first syllable is the strongest in this common English pronunciation.
How to say chamomile in American English
Use the simple guide "KAM-uh-myle" and compare it with US IPA /ˈkæməmaɪl/.
What makes this word difficult
The ch spelling is pronounced /k/ here, not /tʃ/. The final -mile is often pronounced like myle in broad learner spelling. Chamomile looks as if ch should sound like chair, but it starts with /k/.
Mouth and tongue position
Open the jaw for /æ/ in KAM, relax the middle vowel, then glide into /aɪ/ near the end.
Common pronunciation mistakes
- Starting with a ch sound as in chair.
- Stressing the middle syllable because of the spelling -mo-.
Natural example sentences
- I drink chamomile tea before bed.
- The cafe serves chamomile with honey and lemon.
Similar and confusing words
Tips for language learners
spanish speakers
- Do not pronounce ch as Spanish ch; use a clear /k/ at the beginning.
FAQ
What is the IPA for chamomile?
A common IPA transcription is /ˈkæməmaɪl/. PronounceText can show US and UK variants when they differ.
Where is the stress in chamomile?
The stress guide is KAM-uh-myle.