How to Pronounce Dump

To pronounce "dump", say DUMP — one syllable, IPA /dʌmp/. 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

/dʌmp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dump”

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

What does dump mean?

noun

  1. A place where waste or garbage is left; a ground or place for dumping ashes, refuse, etc.; a disposal site.

    “A toxic waste dump.”

  2. A car or boat for dumping refuse, etc.

verb

  1. To release, especially in large quantities and chaotic manner.
  2. To discard; to get rid of something one does not want anymore.

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Words that rhyme with dump

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plumpthumpclumpjumpslumphumptrumppumplumprumpchumpflump

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dump"?▾

"Dump" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dump"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dump" is /dʌmp/.

What does "dump" mean?▾

Dump: A place where waste or garbage is left; a ground or place for dumping ashes, refuse, etc.; a disposal site.

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