How to Pronounce Fumbling

To pronounce "fumbling", say FUMBL-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

FUMBL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “fumbling”

"fumbling" has 2 syllables: fumbl-ing. It rhymes with rumbling and grumbling, if that helps it stick.

What does fumbling mean?

verb

  1. To handle nervously or awkwardly.

    “He fumbled the key into the lock.”

  2. To grope awkwardly in trying to find something

    “He fumbled for his keys.”

noun

  1. An instance of clumsiness, especially of the hands or fingers.

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Words that rhyme with fumbling

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rumblinggrumblingbumblingtumblingmumblingcrumblingstumblinghumblingsymbolingscumblingjumblingsymbolling

Related words

bunglingclumsyincompetentunskilledfumblingnessbumblingcack-handednessblunder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fumbling"?▾

"Fumbling" has 2 syllables: fumbl · ing.

What does "fumbling" mean?▾

Fumbling: To handle nervously or awkwardly.

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