How to Pronounce "yarmulke"
word
ˈjɑɹˌməɫkə/, /ˈjɑɹməkə
YAR-muhl-kuh
jˈɑːmʌlk
YAH-muhlk
Definition
A small, round hat traditionally worn by Jewish men and boys during prayer or at all times to show respect and reverence for God.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈjɑɹˌməɫkə/, /ˈjɑɹməkə
British English
jˈɑːmʌlk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
YAR-muhl-kuh
UK
YAH-muhlk
Listen in Context
He wears a yarmulke to synagogue every week.
A yarmulke is part of traditional Jewish clothing.
The boy put on his yarmulke before the ceremony.
I forgot my yarmulke at home, so I borrowed one from the synagogue.