How to Pronounce Rummage

To pronounce "rummage", say RUMM-ag-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹʌm.ɪdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɹʌm.ɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rummage”

"rummage" has 3 syllables: rumm-ag-e. It rhymes with scrummage and skrimmage, if that helps it stick.

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

What does rummage mean?

noun

A thorough search, usually resulting in disorder.
“Have a rummage through the attic and see if you can find anything worth selling.”
Commotion; disturbance.

verb

To arrange (cargo, goods, etc.) in the hold of a ship; to move or rearrange such goods.
To search a vessel for smuggled goods.
“After the long voyage, the customs officers rummaged the ship.”

Synonyms

romage

Words that rhyme with rummage

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrummage skrimmage rumage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rummage"?▾

"Rummage" has 3 syllables: rumm · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "rummage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rummage" is /ˈɹʌm.ɪdʒ/.

What does "rummage" mean?▾

Rummage: A thorough search, usually resulting in disorder.

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