How to Pronounce Thingummy

To pronounce "thingummy", say THING-ummy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθɪŋəmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈθɪŋəmi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thingummy”

"thingummy" has 2 syllables: thing-ummy. It rhymes with syngamy, if that helps it stick.

What does thingummy mean?

noun

  1. A thing (used in a vague way to refer to something whose name one cannot recall).
  2. Penis.

noun

  1. A person whose name is either unknown or forgotten

Words that rhyme with thingummy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

syngamy

Related words

gizmothingamabobdojiggerdoohickeythingamajigdoodadgimmickthingumabob

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thingummy"?▾

"Thingummy" has 2 syllables: thing · ummy.

What is the IPA transcription of "thingummy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thingummy" is /ˈθɪŋəmi/.

What does "thingummy" mean?▾

Thingummy: A thing (used in a vague way to refer to something whose name one cannot recall).

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