How to Pronounce Namby-pamby

To pronounce "namby-pamby", say NAMBYP-amby — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

NAMBYP-amby

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💡 Tip for remembering “namby-pamby”

"namby-pamby" has 2 syllables: nambyp-amby. It rhymes with jambe and bambi, if that helps it stick.

What does namby-pamby mean?

noun

  1. One who is insipid, sentimental or weak.
  2. Talk or writing which is weakly sentimental or affectedly pretty.

verb

  1. To coddle.

adjective

  1. Insipid and sentimental.
  2. Lacking vigor or decisiveness; spineless; wishy-washy.

Synonyms

nestle-cocksissysofty

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Words that rhyme with namby-pamby

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jambebambicrambeambi-jambeedjambilambynambicamby

Related words

wishy-washyweakspinelessnamby-pambicalmamby-pambyschmaltzymilk-and-watermaumy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "namby-pamby"?▾

"Namby-pamby" has 2 syllables: nambyp · amby.

What does "namby-pamby" mean?▾

Namby-pamby: One who is insipid, sentimental or weak.

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