How to Pronounce Dumpy

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

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Letters

/ˈdʌmpi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dumpy”

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

What does dumpy mean?

noun

  1. A short, stout person or animal, especially one of a breed of very short-legged chickens.
  2. A small bottle of beer.

adjective

  1. Short and thick; stout or stocky

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Words that rhyme with dumpy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grumpyhumpyjumpyfrumpyscrimpyclumpybumpyslumpystumpyplumpyglumpylumpy

Related words

chunkysquattubbypudgyfatpodgystumpysquatty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dumpy"?▾

"Dumpy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dumpy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dumpy" is /ˈdʌmpi/.

What does "dumpy" mean?▾

Dumpy: A short, stout person or animal, especially one of a breed of very short-legged chickens.

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