How to pronounce earmuff
Say it like EER-muhf. Earmuff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɪrˌmʌf/EER-muhf
UK British/ˈɪəmʌfs/EER-mufs
- EER
- muhf
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Earmuff pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- muhfGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of earmuff
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EER-mufs.
Other ways to say earmuff
Earmuff also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- EER-muhf /ˈirˌmʌf/
What does earmuff mean?
noun
- A garment to keep the ears warm.
- A garment or part worn over a single ear.
- A sound-deadening cup or a pair of such cups worn over the ear or ears.
Where does earmuff come from?
From ear + muff.
Questions about saying earmuff
How do you pronounce earmuff?
Say EER-muhf. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪrˌmʌf/. In British English it is /ˈɪəmʌfs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in earmuff?
Earmuff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER). Broken into parts: EER · muhf.
Is earmuff 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 /ˈɪəmʌfs/ (EER-mufs).