To pronounce "humbug", say HUMB-ug — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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HUMB-ug
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"humbug" has 2 syllables: humb-ug. It rhymes with snug and smug, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Humbug" has 2 syllables: humb · ug.
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