How to Pronounce Shimmies

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SHIMM-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “shimmies”

"shimmies" has 2 syllables: shimm-ies. It rhymes with jimmies and dummies, if that helps it stick.

What does shimmies mean?

verb

  1. To perform a shimmy (dance movement involving thrusting the shoulders back and forth alternately).
  2. To climb something (e.g. a pole) gradually (e.g. using alternately one's arms then one's legs).

    “He shimmied up the flagpole.”

Synonyms

shinshinny

Words that rhyme with shimmies

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

jimmiesdummiesmummiestummiesgummiesyummiescomisrummies

Related words

shimmeredwigglingwigglesjigglingwobbleswiggleshufflingwiggled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shimmies"?▾

"Shimmies" has 2 syllables: shimm · ies.

What does "shimmies" mean?▾

Shimmies: To perform a shimmy (dance movement involving thrusting the shoulders back and forth alternately).

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