How to Pronounce Bumpy

To pronounce "bumpy", say BUMPY — one syllable, IPA /ˈbʌmpi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈbʌmpi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bumpy”

"bumpy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with grumpy and humpy, if that helps it stick.

What does bumpy mean?

adjective

  1. Rough; jumpy; causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements
  2. Covered with or full of bumps

Words that rhyme with bumpy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grumpyhumpyjumpyfrumpyscrimpyclumpydumpyslumpystumpyplumpyglumpylumpy

Related words

joltyjoltingroughunsmoothjarringshakystumblingturbulent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bumpy"?▾

"Bumpy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bumpy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bumpy" is /ˈbʌmpi/.

What does "bumpy" mean?▾

Bumpy: Rough; jumpy; causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements

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