How to pronounce cummerbund
Say it like KUHM-er-buhnd. Cummerbund has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM).
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- KUHM
- er
- buhnd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cummerbund pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- buhndGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cummerbund
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUHM-uh-bund.
What does cummerbund mean?
- A broad sash, especially one that is pleated lengthwise and worn as an article of formal dress, as around a man's waist together with a tuxedo or dinner jacket.
Questions about saying cummerbund
How do you pronounce cummerbund?
Say KUHM-er-buhnd. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʌmɚˌbʌnd/. In British English it is /ˈkʌməbʌnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cummerbund?
Cummerbund has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM). Broken into parts: KUHM · er · buhnd.
Is cummerbund 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 /ˈkʌməbʌnd/ (KUHM-uh-bund).