How to pronounce bubblegum
Say it like BUHB-ul-gum. Bubblegum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHB).
- BUHB
- ul
- gum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bubblegum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- gumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of bubblegum
American and British speakers say bubblegum in essentially the same way: /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/ in the US and /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/ in the UK.
British respelling: BUHB-ul-gum.
What does bubblegum mean?
- A sweet, stretchable chewing gum designed for blowing bubbles.
- A light pink colour, the hue in which bubblegum is traditionally coloured.
- Tasting like bubblegum.
- Sweet, perky, or youthful.
- Poppy; typical of, or in the style of, pop music.
Where does bubblegum come from?
From bubble + gum.
Questions about saying bubblegum
How do you pronounce bubblegum?
Say BUHB-ul-gum. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/. In British English it is /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bubblegum?
Bubblegum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHB). Broken into parts: BUHB · ul · gum.
Do Americans and Brits say bubblegum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/ and the British form is /ˈbʌbəlɡʌm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.