How to Pronounce "whim"
word
/ˈhwɪm/
wim
/wˈɪm/
wim
Definition
A sudden or unusual idea, wish, or action that comes to your mind without much reason or planning.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhwɪm/
British English
/wˈɪm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wim
UK
wim
Listen in Context
She bought a new hat on a whim.
He traveled to Paris on a whim.
A whim can lead to surprising adventures.
It was just a whim, but we ended up adopting a puppy.