How to pronounce harumph
Say it like huh-RUHMPF. Harumph has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RUHMPF).
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- huh
- RUHMPF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Harumph pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- huhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RUHMPFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of harumph
American and British speakers say harumph in essentially the same way: /həˈrʌmpf/ in the US and /həˈrʌmpf/ in the UK.
British respelling: huh-RUHMPF.
What does harumph mean?
- An expression of disdain, disbelief, protest, refusal or dismissal.“Harumph! She is welcome to try, but I'm not going to bother helping.”
- An expression of disdain, disbelief, protest, or dismissal; a huff, grunt, or snort.“I didn't get a harumph out of that guy.”
- To make a huffing or snorting sound of disdain or dismissal; (figurative, by extension) to show one's disdain.
Where does harumph come from?
Onomatopoeic.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying harumph
How do you pronounce harumph?
Say huh-RUHMPF. The American pronunciation is /həˈrʌmpf/. In British English it is /həˈrʌmpf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in harumph?
Harumph has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RUHMPF). Broken into parts: huh · RUHMPF.
Do Americans and Brits say harumph the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /həˈrʌmpf/ and the British form is /həˈrʌmpf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.