How to Pronounce Clump

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/klʌmp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “clump”

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

Sounds exactly like: klump, klumpp — easy to mix up when writing.

What does clump mean?

noun

  1. A cluster or lump; an unshaped piece or mass.
  2. A thick group or bunch, especially of bushes or hair.

verb

  1. To form clusters or lumps.
  2. To gather in dense groups.

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Words that rhyme with clump

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plumpthumpjumpslumphumptrumppumplumprumpchumpflumpdump

Related words

lumpclodglobplunkclompthudthumpclunk

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clump"?▾

"Clump" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "clump"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clump" is /klʌmp/.

What does "clump" mean?▾

Clump: A cluster or lump; an unshaped piece or mass.

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