How to pronounce rumors
Say it like ROO-merz. Rumors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO).
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- ROO
- merz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rumors pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- merzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rumors
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ROO-muz.
What does rumors mean?
- plural of rumor How to pronounce rumor
- third-person singular simple present indicative of rumor How to pronounce rumor
Words that rhyme with rumors
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rumors.
Questions about saying rumors
How do you pronounce rumors?
Say ROO-merz. The American pronunciation is /ˈrumɚz/. In British English it is /ˈruːməz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rumors?
Rumors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO). Broken into parts: ROO · merz.
Is rumors 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 /ˈruːməz/ (ROO-muz).