How to pronounce scumming
Say it like SKUHM-ing. Scumming has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHM).
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- SKUHM
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scumming pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of scumming
American and British speakers say scumming in essentially the same way: /ˈskʌmɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈskʌmɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKUHM-ing.
What does scumming mean?
- The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.
- That which is scummed off; skimmings; scum.
Where does scumming come from?
From scum + -ing.
Words that rhyme with scumming
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scumming.
Questions about saying scumming
How do you pronounce scumming?
Say SKUHM-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈskʌmɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈskʌmɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scumming?
Scumming has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHM). Broken into parts: SKUHM · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say scumming the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskʌmɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈskʌmɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.