How to pronounce humpy
Say it like HUHM-pee. Humpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM).
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- HUHM
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Humpy 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.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of humpy
American and British speakers say humpy in essentially the same way: /ˈhʌmpi/ in the US and /ˈhʌmpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: HUHM-pee.
What does humpy mean?
- Characterised by humps, uneven.
- Muscular; hunky.
- Hunched, bent over.
- Alternative form of humpie.
- A white perch (Morone americana).
- A temporary shelter made from bark and tree branches, traditionally used by Aboriginal people.
- Any crude or temporary dwelling, especially made from found materials; a bush hut.
Where does humpy come from?
From hump + -y.
Words that rhyme with humpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of humpy.
Questions about saying humpy
How do you pronounce humpy?
Say HUHM-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌmpi/. In British English it is /ˈhʌmpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in humpy?
Humpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHM). Broken into parts: HUHM · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say humpy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhʌmpi/ and the British form is /ˈhʌmpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.