How to pronounce mummery
Say it like MUHM-uh-ree. Mummery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHM).
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- MUHM
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mummery pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of mummery
American and British speakers say mummery in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌməri/ in the US and /ˈmʌməri/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHM-uh-ree.
What does mummery mean?
- A ridiculous or ostentatious ceremony, formerly especially of a religious nature; extravagant or hypocritical performance.
Where does mummery come from?
From Middle French momerie, mommerie, from Old French mommer, from momon.
Words that rhyme with mummery
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mummery.
Questions about saying mummery
How do you pronounce mummery?
Say MUHM-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌməri/. In British English it is /ˈmʌməri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mummery?
Mummery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHM). Broken into parts: MUHM · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say mummery the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌməri/ and the British form is /ˈmʌməri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.