How to Pronounce Pummel

To pronounce "pummel", say PUMM-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpʌməl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈpʌməl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pummel”

"pummel" has 2 syllables: pumm-el. It rhymes with hummel and gimel, if that helps it stick.

What does pummel mean?

noun

  1. The upper front brow of a saddle.
  2. A rounded knob or handle.

verb

  1. To hit or strike heavily and repeatedly.

    “Rain pummeled the roof.”

Synonyms

forkswell

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Words that rhyme with pummel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hummelgimelsimulgimmalfummelthymolkummelstigmalrumalglumalrummelhuml

Related words

biffpommelhitknocksmashstomptramplecrash

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pummel"?▾

"Pummel" has 2 syllables: pumm · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "pummel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pummel" is /ˈpʌməl/.

What does "pummel" mean?▾

Pummel: The upper front brow of a saddle.

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