How to Pronounce Crumble

To pronounce "crumble", say CRUMBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɹʌmbəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɹʌmbəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “crumble

"crumble" has 2 syllables: crumbl-e. It rhymes with grumble and rumble, if that helps it stick.

What does crumble mean?

noun

  1. A dessert of British origin containing stewed fruit topped with a crumbly mixture of fat, flour, and sugar.

    blackberry and apple crumble

verb

  1. To fall apart; to disintegrate.

    The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light.

  2. To break into crumbs.

    We crumbled some bread into the water.

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How many syllables are in "crumble"?

"Crumble" has 2 syllables: crumbl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "crumble"?

The IPA transcription of "crumble" is /ˈkɹʌmbəl/.

What does "crumble" mean?

Crumble: A dessert of British origin containing stewed fruit topped with a crumbly mixture of fat, flour, and sugar.

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