How to pronounce tummies
Say it like TUHM-eez. Tummies has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHM).
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- TUHM
- eez
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tummies 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.
- eezKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tummies
American and British speakers say tummies in essentially the same way: /ˈtʌmiz/ in the US and /ˈtʌmiz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TUHM-eez.
What does tummies mean?
- plural of tummy How to pronounce tummy
- plural of tummie
Questions about saying tummies
How do you pronounce tummies?
Say TUHM-eez. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌmiz/. In British English it is /ˈtʌmiz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tummies?
Tummies has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHM). Broken into parts: TUHM · eez.
Do Americans and Brits say tummies the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʌmiz/ and the British form is /ˈtʌmiz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.