How to pronounce gummi
Say it like GUHM-ee. Gummi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHM).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce gummi. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- GUHM
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gummi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gummi
American and British speakers say gummi in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌmi/ in the US and /ˈɡʌmi/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHM-ee.
What does gummi mean?
- A sugary, gelatinous material used to make candies.
- A candy made of this material.
- A cannabis-infused gummi candy.
Where does gummi come from?
From German Gummi (“brand name of German candy”), from Gummi (“India rubber”).
Words that rhyme with gummi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gummi.
Words that sound like gummi
Questions about saying gummi
How do you pronounce gummi?
Say GUHM-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌmi/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gummi?
Gummi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHM). Broken into parts: GUHM · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say gummi the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌmi/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌmi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as gummi?
Gummi sounds the same as gummy in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.