How to pronounce subumber
Say it like suh-BOOM-ber. Subumber has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BOOM).
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- suh
- BOOM
- ber
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subumber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- BOOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- berKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of subumber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: suh-BOOM-buh.
What does subumber mean?
- To provide cover.
- To take cover.
Where does subumber come from?
From Latin umbro ("to shelter"), itself from umbra ("shade"), + sub- ("under").
Questions about saying subumber
How do you pronounce subumber?
Say suh-BOOM-ber. The American pronunciation is /sʌˈbumbɚ/. In British English it is /sʌˈbumbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subumber?
Subumber has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BOOM). Broken into parts: suh · BOOM · ber.
Is subumber pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /sʌˈbumbə/ (suh-BOOM-buh).