How to pronounce bungee
Say it like BUHN-jee. Bungee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHN).
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- BUHN
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bungee pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of bungee
American and British speakers say bungee in essentially the same way: /ˈbʌndʒi/ in the US and /ˈbʌndʒi/ in the UK.
British respelling: BUHN-jee.
What does bungee mean?
- An elastic fabric-bound strap with a hook at each end, used for securing luggage.
- An elastic cord tied to the ankles of the jumper in bungee jumping.
- A rubber eraser.
- To bungee jump
Where does bungee come from?
Probably from slang, possibly derived from bouncy + spongy.
Words that rhyme with bungee
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bungee.
Questions about saying bungee
How do you pronounce bungee?
Say BUHN-jee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌndʒi/. In British English it is /ˈbʌndʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bungee?
Bungee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHN). Broken into parts: BUHN · jee.
Do Americans and Brits say bungee the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbʌndʒi/ and the British form is /ˈbʌndʒi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.