How to Pronounce Rumba

To pronounce "rumba", say RUMB-a — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

RUMB-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “rumba”

"rumba" has 2 syllables: rumb-a. It rhymes with rhumba and limba, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: rhumba — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rumba mean?

noun

  1. A slow-paced Cuban partner dance in 4:4 time.

verb

  1. To dance the rumba

Words that rhyme with rumba

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rhumbalimbacolumbalecombasumba

Related words

rhumbacongolesebolerocongamambotimbaguaguancotumbao

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rumba"?▾

"Rumba" has 2 syllables: rumb · a.

What does "rumba" mean?▾

Rumba: A slow-paced Cuban partner dance in 4:4 time.

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