How to pronounce duma
Say it like DOO-muh. Duma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duma pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of duma
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-muh.
What does duma mean?
- A Russian legislative assembly such as the historical duma of the Russian Empire or the modern lower house of the Federal Assembly (the Russian national parliament).
- A drink mixing wine and vodka.
Words that rhyme with duma
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of duma.
Questions about saying duma
How do you pronounce duma?
Say DOO-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdumə/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duma?
Duma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · muh.
Is duma pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈdjuːmə/ (DYOO-muh).