How to pronounce humbugger
Say it like HUHM-buh-gher. Humbugger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM).
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- HUHM
- buh
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Humbugger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- buhGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of humbugger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHM-bug-uh.
What does humbugger mean?
- One who humbugs; a cheat or swindler.
Where does humbugger come from?
From humbug + -er.
Questions about saying humbugger
How do you pronounce humbugger?
Say HUHM-buh-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈhəmˌbəɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌmbʌɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in humbugger?
Humbugger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM). Broken into parts: HUHM · buh · gher.
Is humbugger pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈhʌmbʌɡə/ (HUHM-bug-uh).