How to Pronounce "imam"
word
ˈaɪmæm
EYE-mam
ɪmˈæm
ih-MAM
Definition
An imam is a religious leader in Islam, often the person who leads prayers in a mosque.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪmæm
British English
ɪmˈæm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-mam
UK
ih-MAM
Listen in Context
The imam led the prayers at the mosque.
People asked the imam for advice about life.
The imam explained the meaning of the holy text.
Our local imam always welcomes new people to the mosque.