How to pronounce rummy
Say it like RUHM-ee. Rummy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM).
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- RUHM
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rummy 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.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rummy
American and British speakers say rummy in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌmi/ in the US and /ˈrʌmɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHM-ih.
What does rummy mean?
- A card game with many rule variants, conceptually similar to mahjong.
- A rum-drinking alcoholic.
- Resembling or tasting of rum.“a rummy flavor”
- Peculiar; odd.
Where does rummy come from?
Unknown, with much speculation.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with rummy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rummy.
Questions about saying rummy
How do you pronounce rummy?
Say RUHM-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌmi/. In British English it is /ˈrʌmɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rummy?
Rummy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM). Broken into parts: RUHM · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say rummy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌmi/ and the British form is /ˈrʌmɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.