How to pronounce hummings
Say it like HUHM-ingz. Hummings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM).
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- HUHM
- ingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hummings 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.
- ingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hummings
American and British speakers say hummings in essentially the same way: /ˈhʌmɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈhʌmɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: HUHM-ingz.
What does hummings mean?
- plural of humming How to pronounce humming
Words that rhyme with hummings
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hummings.
Questions about saying hummings
How do you pronounce hummings?
Say HUHM-ingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌmɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈhʌmɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hummings?
Hummings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM). Broken into parts: HUHM · ingz.
Do Americans and Brits say hummings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhʌmɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈhʌmɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.