How to Pronounce Humdrum

To pronounce "humdrum", say HUMDR-um — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhʌmˌdɹʌm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhʌmˌdɹʌm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “humdrum”

"humdrum" has 2 syllables: humdr-um. It rhymes with thrum and glum, if that helps it stick.

What does humdrum mean?

noun

  1. The quality of lacking variety or excitement.
  2. A stupid fellow.

adjective

  1. Lacking variety or excitement; dull; boring.

Synonyms

dullnessmonotony

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Words that rhyme with humdrum

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thrumglumbumsuccumbhumoutcomeovercomeplumbnumbcomeplumdumb

Related words

dullunglamorousunglamourousunexcitingprosaicmonotonouscommonplacedrab

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "humdrum"?▾

"Humdrum" has 2 syllables: humdr · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "humdrum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "humdrum" is /ˈhʌmˌdɹʌm/.

What does "humdrum" mean?▾

Humdrum: The quality of lacking variety or excitement.

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