How to Pronounce Gummy

To pronounce "gummy", say GUMMY — one syllable, IPA /ˈɡʌmi/. 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

/ˈɡʌmi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gummy”

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

Sounds exactly like: gummi — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gummy mean?

noun

  1. A sheep that is losing or has lost its teeth.

adjective

  1. Showing the gums.

    “a gummy grin”

noun

  1. A species of shark, Mustelus antarcticus, endemic to southern and south-eastern Australia, the meat of which is sold as flake.

Words that rhyme with gummy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rummychummydummyplummyscummyscrimyyummycrummymummytummyslummyscrummy

Related words

pastyglutinousglueymucilaginousviscidviscousadhesivesticky

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gummy"?▾

"Gummy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gummy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gummy" is /ˈɡʌmi/.

What does "gummy" mean?▾

Gummy: A sheep that is losing or has lost its teeth.

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