How to pronounce dumber
Say it like DUHM-er. Dumber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM).
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- DUHM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dumber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHMSay 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.
American vs British pronunciation of dumber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHM-uh.
What does dumber mean?
- comparative form of dumb: more dumb How to pronounce dumb
Words that rhyme with dumber
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dumber.
Questions about saying dumber
How do you pronounce dumber?
Say DUHM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʌmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dumber?
Dumber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM). Broken into parts: DUHM · er.
Is dumber 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 /ˈdʌmə/ (DUHM-uh).