How to pronounce scrumpy
Say it like SKRUHM-pee. Scrumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRUHM).
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- SKRUHM
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scrumpy 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.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of scrumpy
American and British speakers say scrumpy in essentially the same way: /ˈskrʌmpi/ in the US and /ˈskrʌmpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKRUHM-pee.
What does scrumpy mean?
- A rough cider, normally more alcoholic than usual, and typically produced through natural fermentation.
Where does scrumpy come from?
From scrump + -y. Possibly related to scrumptious via roots referring to little amounts.
Words that rhyme with scrumpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scrumpy.
Questions about saying scrumpy
How do you pronounce scrumpy?
Say SKRUHM-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskrʌmpi/. In British English it is /ˈskrʌmpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scrumpy?
Scrumpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRUHM). Broken into parts: SKRUHM · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say scrumpy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskrʌmpi/ and the British form is /ˈskrʌmpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.