How to pronounce rumpy
Say it like RUHM-pee. Rumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM).
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- RUHM
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rumpy 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.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rumpy
American and British speakers say rumpy in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌmpi/ in the US and /ˈrʌmpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHM-pee.
What does rumpy mean?
- A Manx cat with virtually no tail, particularly prized among Manx breeders.
Where does rumpy come from?
From rump + -y.
Words that rhyme with rumpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rumpy.
Questions about saying rumpy
How do you pronounce rumpy?
Say RUHM-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌmpi/. In British English it is /ˈrʌmpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rumpy?
Rumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHM). Broken into parts: RUHM · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say rumpy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌmpi/ and the British form is /ˈrʌmpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.