How to pronounce hummer
Say it like HUHM-er. Hummer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM).
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- HUHM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hummer 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 "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hummer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHM-uh.
What does hummer mean?
- One who hums.
- A Humvee.
- A type of vehicle resembling a jeep but bulkier.“The newlyweds took a hummer limo back to their casino resort.”
- An arrest on false pretexts.
- A euphemism for the devil or the infernal regions
Where does hummer come from?
From hum + -er.
Words that rhyme with hummer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hummer.
Questions about saying hummer
How do you pronounce hummer?
Say HUHM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hummer?
Hummer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM). Broken into parts: HUHM · er.
Is hummer 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 /ˈhʌmə/ (HUHM-uh).