How to pronounce Tumblr
Say it like TUHM-bler. Tumblr has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHM).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce Tumblr. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- TUHM
- bler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tumblr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- blerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of Tumblr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUHM-bluh.
What does Tumblr mean?
- A microblog on Tumblr.
- To post (something) on Tumblr.
Words that rhyme with Tumblr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Tumblr.
Words that sound like Tumblr
Questions about saying Tumblr
How do you pronounce Tumblr?
Say TUHM-bler. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌmblɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtʌmblə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Tumblr?
Tumblr has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHM). Broken into parts: TUHM · bler.
Is Tumblr 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 /ˈtʌmblə/ (TUHM-bluh).
What words sound the same as Tumblr?
Tumblr sounds the same as tumbler in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.