How to Pronounce Mummer

To pronounce "mummer", say MUMM-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmʌm.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmʌm.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mummer”

"mummer" has 2 syllables: mumm-er. It rhymes with hummer and comer, if that helps it stick.

What does mummer mean?

noun

  1. A person who dons a disguising costume, as for a parade or a festival.
  2. An actor in a pantomime; one who communicates entirely through gesture and facial expression.

Synonyms

mime

Words that rhyme with mummer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hummercomersommerplumbergummerscrimerslummerbummerrummerdumberstrummerdrummer

Related words

pantomimistpantomimermimermimeguiserguyserguisardsouler

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mummer"?▾

"Mummer" has 2 syllables: mumm · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "mummer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mummer" is /ˈmʌm.ə/.

What does "mummer" mean?▾

Mummer: A person who dons a disguising costume, as for a parade or a festival.

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