How to pronounce gimble
Say it like GHIM-bul. Gimble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM).
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- GHIM
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gimble pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GHIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gimble
American and British speakers say gimble in essentially the same way: /ˈɡɪmbəl/ in the US and /ˈɡɪmbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: GHIM-bul.
What does gimble mean?
- To grin or smile.
- Alternative form of gimbal.
- Alternative form of gimbal.
Words that rhyme with gimble
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gimble.
Questions about saying gimble
How do you pronounce gimble?
Say GHIM-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɪmbəl/. In British English it is /ˈɡɪmbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gimble?
Gimble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM). Broken into parts: GHIM · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say gimble the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡɪmbəl/ and the British form is /ˈɡɪmbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.