How to pronounce thumbboard
Say it like THUHM-bord. Thumbboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUHM).
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- THUHM
- bord
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Thumbboard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- bordKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of thumbboard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: THUHM-bawd.
What does thumbboard mean?
- A small keyboard designed to be operated with the thumbs, as on smartphones.
Where does thumbboard come from?
Blend of thumb + keyboard.
Questions about saying thumbboard
How do you pronounce thumbboard?
Say THUHM-bord. The American pronunciation is /ˈθʌmbɔrd/. In British English it is /ˈθʌmbɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in thumbboard?
Thumbboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUHM). Broken into parts: THUHM · bord.
Is thumbboard 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 /ˈθʌmbɔːd/ (THUHM-bawd).