How to pronounce jumper
Say it like JUHM-per. Jumper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUHM).
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- JUHM
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jumper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of jumper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JUHM-puh.
What does jumper mean?
- a person who jumps“as the jumper neared the ground he lost control”“the jumper's parachute opened”
- an athlete who competes at jumping“he is one hell of a jumper”
- a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body
Where does jumper come from?
From jump + -er.
Words that rhyme with jumper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of jumper.
Questions about saying jumper
How do you pronounce jumper?
Say JUHM-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒʌmpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʒʌmpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jumper?
Jumper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUHM). Broken into parts: JUHM · per.
Is jumper 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 /ˈdʒʌmpə/ (JUHM-puh).