How to pronounce dumpsters
Say it like DUHMP-sterz. Dumpsters has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHMP).
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- DUHMP
- sterz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dumpsters pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHMPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- sterzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dumpsters
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHMP-stuz.
What does dumpsters mean?
- plural of dumpster How to pronounce dumpster
Questions about saying dumpsters
How do you pronounce dumpsters?
Say DUHMP-sterz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌmpstɚz/. In British English it is /ˈdʌmpstəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dumpsters?
Dumpsters has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHMP). Broken into parts: DUHMP · sterz.
Is dumpsters 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 /ˈdʌmpstəz/ (DUHMP-stuz).