How to Pronounce Slumber

To pronounce "slumber", say SLUMB-er — 2 syllables, IPA /slʌmbə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/slʌmbə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “slumber”

"slumber" has 2 syllables: slumb-er. It rhymes with umber and lumber, if that helps it stick.

What does slumber mean?

noun

  1. A very light state of sleep, almost awake.
  2. A state of ignorance or inaction.

verb

  1. To be in a very light state of sleep, almost awake.
  2. To be inactive or negligent.

Words that rhyme with slumber

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

umberlumberencumbernumbercumberoutnumber

Related words

sleepkipsleepingnaprestrestingreposedream

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slumber"?▾

"Slumber" has 2 syllables: slumb · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "slumber"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slumber" is /slʌmbə/.

What does "slumber" mean?▾

Slumber: A very light state of sleep, almost awake.

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