How to Pronounce Crumple

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɹʌmpəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “crumple”

"crumple" has 2 syllables: crumpl-e. It rhymes with rimple and dumple, if that helps it stick.

What does crumple mean?

noun

  1. A crease, wrinkle, or irregular fold.

verb

  1. To rumple; to press into wrinkles by crushing together.
  2. To cause to collapse.

Words that rhyme with crumple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rimpledumplecrimplehumpalrumpelrumplewhimplewimple

Related words

puckerrumplecreasewrinklecrinklebuckletumblecrumble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crumple"?▾

"Crumple" has 2 syllables: crumpl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "crumple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crumple" is /ˈkɹʌmpəl/.

What does "crumple" mean?▾

Crumple: A crease, wrinkle, or irregular fold.

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