How to pronounce gubbins
Say it like GUHB-inz. Gubbins has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHB).
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- GUHB
- inz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gubbins pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- inzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gubbins
American and British speakers say gubbins in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌbɪnz/ in the US and /ˈɡʌbɪnz/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHB-inz.
What does gubbins mean?
- Assorted stuff, especially if of little value; tat.
- Silly person; fool.
Where does gubbins come from?
Ante 1553. From gobbin (“piece, portion, slice”), from Middle English goboun, from Anglo-Norman gobon.
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Questions about saying gubbins
How do you pronounce gubbins?
Say GUHB-inz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌbɪnz/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌbɪnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gubbins?
Gubbins has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHB). Broken into parts: GUHB · inz.
Do Americans and Brits say gubbins the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌbɪnz/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌbɪnz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.