How to Pronounce Flubs

To pronounce "flubs", say FLUBS — one syllable, IPA /flʌbz/. 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

/flʌbz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flubs”

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

What does flubs mean?

noun

  1. An error; a mistake in the performance of an action.

verb

  1. To goof, fumble, or err in the performance of an action.

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Words that rhyme with flubs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hubsclubsdubssubsstubstubsstubbsrubsgrubssnubsknubsbathtubs

Related words

blooperblunderboo-boobotchbunglemishandlefumble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flubs"?▾

"Flubs" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flubs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flubs" is /flʌbz/.

What does "flubs" mean?▾

Flubs: An error; a mistake in the performance of an action.

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