How to pronounce rumpus
Say it like RUHM-pus. Rumpus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM).
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- RUHM
- pus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rumpus 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.
- pusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rumpus
American and British speakers say rumpus in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌmpəs/ in the US and /ˈrʌmpəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHM-pus.
What does rumpus mean?
- A noisy, sometimes violent disturbance; noise and confusion; a noisy quarrel or brawl.
- A rumpus room.
- To cause a noisy disturbance or commotion.
Where does rumpus come from?
Unknown. First use appears c.
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Words that rhyme with rumpus
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Questions about saying rumpus
How do you pronounce rumpus?
Say RUHM-pus. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌmpəs/. In British English it is /ˈrʌmpəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rumpus?
Rumpus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM). Broken into parts: RUHM · pus.
Do Americans and Brits say rumpus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌmpəs/ and the British form is /ˈrʌmpəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.