How to pronounce benumb
Say it like bee-NUHM. Benumb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NUHM).
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- bee
- NUHM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Benumb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- beeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- NUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of benumb
American and British speakers say benumb in essentially the same way: /biˈnʌm/ in the US and /biˈnʌm/ in the UK.
British respelling: bee-NUHM.
What does benumb mean?
- To make numb, as by cold or anesthetic.
- To deaden, dull (the mind, faculties, etc.).
Where does benumb come from?
From be- + numb.
Words that rhyme with benumb
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of benumb.
Questions about saying benumb
How do you pronounce benumb?
Say bee-NUHM. The American pronunciation is /biˈnʌm/. In British English it is /biˈnʌm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in benumb?
Benumb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NUHM). Broken into parts: bee · NUHM.
Do Americans and Brits say benumb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /biˈnʌm/ and the British form is /biˈnʌm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.