How to pronounce clumper
Say it like KLUHM-per. Clumper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM).
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- KLUHM
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clumper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of clumper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLUHM-puh.
What does clumper mean?
- Something that forms clumps.
- A grass or other plant that tends to form clumps.
- One who generalizes or finds commonalities, as opposed to one who focuses on identifying differences
- To move heavily; to clomp or clump.
- To make a clumping noise.
Where does clumper come from?
From clump + -er.
Words that rhyme with clumper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clumper.
Questions about saying clumper
How do you pronounce clumper?
Say KLUHM-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈklʌmpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈklʌmpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clumper?
Clumper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM). Broken into parts: KLUHM · per.
Is clumper pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈklʌmpə/ (KLUHM-puh).