Learn How to Pronounce zoom
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
zoom
Definition:
(nou) a rapid rise (nou) the act of rising upward into the air
Phonetic Transcription:
zuːm
Examples:
Then the vomit will slowly zoom in to the screen.
At the end of the video, they zoom out of the laptop.
The video will zoom in and out on some of the photos.
Learn more about:zoom
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: zoom
Learn Individual Sounds
Break zoom down into individual sounds such as zuːm. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say zoom in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say zoom in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with zoom.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of zoom pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "zoom" as "zoo'm". The correct stress is on the first syllable, /ˈzuːm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "z" sound at the beginning.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "zoom" with a short "o" sound, like "zom". The correct pronunciation uses a long "oo" sound, /zuː/, which is essential for clarity. Tip: Practice saying "oo" as in "food" to master the sound.
- Adding extra sounds: Some speakers unintentionally add a vowel sound after "zoom", pronouncing it as "zoo-muh". The correct pronunciation is smooth and does not include an extra vowel, /zuːm/. Tip: Say "zoom" quickly and smoothly to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Confusing similar words: Learners might confuse "zoom" with words like "room" or "doom". While "zoom" is pronounced /zuːm/, "room" has a different vowel sound, /ruːm/. Tip: Practice distinguishing these words by focusing on their vowel sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "z": Some people may overemphasize the "z" sound, making it sound harsh, like "zzzoom". The correct pronunciation should be clear but not overly pronounced, /ˈzuːm/. Tip: Keep the "z" sound soft and natural for better fluency.