How to pronounce dumbledore
Say it like DUHM-bul-dor. Dumbledore has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM).
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- DUHM
- bul
- dor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dumbledore 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.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- dorGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of dumbledore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHM-bul-daw.
What does dumbledore mean?
- A blundering person.
Where does dumbledore come from?
Compound of dumble (similar to bumble) + dor (“a buzzing flying insect”).
Questions about saying dumbledore
How do you pronounce dumbledore?
Say DUHM-bul-dor. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌmbəlˌdɔr/. In British English it is /ˈdʌmbəldɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dumbledore?
Dumbledore has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM). Broken into parts: DUHM · bul · dor.
Is dumbledore 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 /ˈdʌmbəldɔː/ (DUHM-bul-daw).