How to pronounce rummish
Say it like RUHM-ish. Rummish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM).
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- RUHM
- ish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rummish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rummish
American and British speakers say rummish in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌmɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈrʌmɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHM-ish.
What does rummish mean?
- Somewhat rum or peculiar; oddish.
Where does rummish come from?
From rum + -ish.
Questions about saying rummish
How do you pronounce rummish?
Say RUHM-ish. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌmɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈrʌmɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rummish?
Rummish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM). Broken into parts: RUHM · ish.
Do Americans and Brits say rummish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌmɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈrʌmɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.