How to pronounce clumpy
Say it like KLUHM-pee. Clumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM).
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- KLUHM
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clumpy 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.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of clumpy
American and British speakers say clumpy in essentially the same way: /ˈklʌmpi/ in the US and /ˈklʌmpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLUHM-pee.
What does clumpy mean?
- Forming or tending to form clumps.
- Resembling a clump.
- Clompy; with heavy footfalls.
Where does clumpy come from?
From clump + -y.
Words that rhyme with clumpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clumpy.
Questions about saying clumpy
How do you pronounce clumpy?
Say KLUHM-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈklʌmpi/. In British English it is /ˈklʌmpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clumpy?
Clumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM). Broken into parts: KLUHM · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say clumpy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklʌmpi/ and the British form is /ˈklʌmpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.