How to Pronounce "Kratom"

Kratom is pronounced ˈkreɪtəm. It originates from Malay. Click the audio button to hear it in American, British, and Australian English.

Kratom is considered medium to pronounce in English. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈkreɪtəm.

Medium

🌐 Malay word

IPA ˈkreɪtəm

Syllables: kra·tom

What does "Kratom" mean?

noun

A tropical plant from Southeast Asia whose leaves have stimulant and opioid-like effects.

Example: "Kratom is often used by some individuals for its potential pain-relieving effects."

From Malay kratom, the local name for the Mitragyna speciosa plant native to Thailand and Malaysia.

🗣️ Step by Step

Say 'KRA' like 'CRAY' plus 'tum' like 'tuhm'. Stress the first syllable: KRA-tum.

⚠️ Common Mistake

Many people incorrectly pronounce it as 'KRA-tom', placing the emphasis on the second syllable, which alters the intended pronunciation.

💬 Example

Kratom is often used by some individuals for its potential pain-relieving effects.

Kratom is pronounced ˈkreɪtəm. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.

Kratom is considered medium to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈkreɪtəm.

Kratom originates from Malay. From Malay kratom, the local name for the Mitragyna speciosa plant native to Thailand and Malaysia.