English 101 - How do you pronounce Schaums?

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In summary, "Schaums" is a real word that comes from the German word "schaum," meaning "foam." The correct pronunciation is "sh-aw-mz," but variations such as "sh-oh-mz" and "sh-oo-mz" are also considered correct. In English, it means "foam" or "froth," and can also refer to a light and airy texture.
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How do you pronounce Schaums as in the popular Schaums outlines? Is it Schaums as in "Shawms" or "Skawms". I heard someone calling it "Skooms" today and chuckled. I've always said it as "Shawms" is that correct?
Just curious...
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i've always heard shawm's or showm's (as in 'ow that hurt')
 
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It's German so it's pronounced 'shaum' with 'au' as in 'frau' or 'how'
 
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I have always heard it like Fourier's first suggestion...pronounced like 'Shawms'.
 
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Yep I have heard/use "Shawms" too.
 

1. How do you pronounce "Schaums"?

The correct pronunciation of "Schaums" is "sh-aw-mz".

2. Is "Schaums" a real word?

Yes, "Schaums" is a real word. It is the plural form of "schaum," which is a German word meaning "foam."

3. Where does the word "Schaums" come from?

The word "Schaums" comes from the German word "schaum," meaning "foam." It is often used in English to refer to a light, airy substance.

4. Are there any other ways to pronounce "Schaums"?

The most common pronunciation of "Schaums" is "sh-aw-mz." However, some people may pronounce it as "sh-oh-mz" or "sh-oo-mz." These variations are also considered correct.

5. What does "Schaums" mean in English?

In English, "Schaums" means "foam" or "froth." It can also refer to a light and airy texture, such as the foam on top of a cappuccino.

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