How to Pronounce Mumpsimus

To pronounce "mumpsimus", say MUMPS-im-us — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmʌmpsɪməs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈmʌmpsɪməs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mumpsimus”

"mumpsimus" has 3 syllables: mumps-im-us. It rhymes with sumpsimus, if that helps it stick.

What does mumpsimus mean?

noun

  1. A person who obstinately adheres to old ways in spite of clear evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform.
  2. An obvious error that is obstinately repeated despite correction.

Antonyms

sumpsimus

Words that rhyme with mumpsimus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

mumpsmulemumpmukemuckermungermuckey-muckmumpery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mumpsimus"?▾

"Mumpsimus" has 3 syllables: mumps · im · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "mumpsimus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mumpsimus" is /ˈmʌmpsɪməs/.

What does "mumpsimus" mean?▾

Mumpsimus: A person who obstinately adheres to old ways in spite of clear evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform.

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