How to Pronounce Clumsiness

To pronounce "clumsiness", say CLUMS-in-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈklʌm.zi.nəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈklʌm.zi.nəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “clumsiness”

"clumsiness" has 3 syllables: clums-in-ess. It rhymes with flimsiness, if that helps it stick.

What does clumsiness mean?

noun

  1. A lack of coordination or elegance; the condition or quality of being clumsy.

    “He dropped them not out of spite, but out of clumsiness.”

Words that rhyme with clumsiness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flimsiness

Related words

awkwardnessmaladroitnessslownessineptnessineptitudegracelessnessstiffnessmistake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clumsiness"?▾

"Clumsiness" has 3 syllables: clums · in · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "clumsiness"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clumsiness" is /ˈklʌm.zi.nəs/.

What does "clumsiness" mean?▾

Clumsiness: A lack of coordination or elegance; the condition or quality of being clumsy.

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