How to pronounce scrumble
Say it like SKRUHM-bul. Scrumble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRUHM).
- SKRUHM
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scrumble pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKRUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scrumble
American and British speakers say scrumble in essentially the same way: /ˈskrʌmbəl/ in the US and /ˈskrʌmbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKRUHM-bul.
What does scrumble mean?
- A small piece of freeform crochet or knitting that can be joined to make a larger piece of freeform work.
- Alternative form of scumble (“to apply opaque glaze to a painting”).
Words that rhyme with scrumble
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scrumble.
Questions about saying scrumble
How do you pronounce scrumble?
Say SKRUHM-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈskrʌmbəl/. In British English it is /ˈskrʌmbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scrumble?
Scrumble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRUHM). Broken into parts: SKRUHM · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say scrumble the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskrʌmbəl/ and the British form is /ˈskrʌmbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.