How to pronounce dumplings
Say it like DUHM-plingz. Dumplings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM).
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- DUHM
- plingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dumplings 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.
- plingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of dumplings
American and British speakers say dumplings in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHM-plingz.
What does dumplings mean?
- plural of dumpling How to pronounce dumpling
Questions about saying dumplings
How do you pronounce dumplings?
Say DUHM-plingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dumplings?
Dumplings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHM). Broken into parts: DUHM · plingz.
Do Americans and Brits say dumplings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈdʌmplɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.