How to pronounce grumpiness
Say it like GRUHM-pee-nes. Grumpiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRUHM).
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- GRUHM
- pee
- nes
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Grumpiness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nesGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of grumpiness
American and British speakers say grumpiness in essentially the same way: /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/ in the US and /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/ in the UK.
British respelling: GRUHM-pee-nes.
What does grumpiness mean?
- The state, or act, of being grumpy; a feeling of irritation or annoyance, resulting in sulkiness and complaints.
Where does grumpiness come from?
From grumpy + -ness.
Questions about saying grumpiness
How do you pronounce grumpiness?
Say GRUHM-pee-nes. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/. In British English it is /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in grumpiness?
Grumpiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRUHM). Broken into parts: GRUHM · pee · nes.
Do Americans and Brits say grumpiness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/ and the British form is /ˈɡrʌmpiˌnɛs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.