How to Pronounce "embalm"
word
ɛmˈbɑm
em-BAHM
ɛmbˈɑːm
em-BAHM
Definition
To treat a dead body with special chemicals to prevent it from decaying, usually for burial or display.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛmˈbɑm
British English
ɛmbˈɑːm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
em-BAHM
UK
em-BAHM
Listen in Context
The workers embalm the body before the funeral.
Ancient Egyptians used to embalm their pharaohs.
He learned to embalm in mortuary school.
It's amazing how well they managed to embalm the ancient mummies.