To pronounce "numpty", say NUMPTY — one syllable, IPA /ˈnʌmpti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈnʌmpti/
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"numpty" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with humpty and dumpty, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Numpty" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "numpty" is /ˈnʌmpti/.
Numpty: An idiot, dolt or fool.
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