How to Pronounce Tumble

To pronounce "tumble", say TUMBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtʌmbl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtʌmbl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tumble”

"tumble" has 2 syllables: tumbl-e. It rhymes with grumble and rumble, if that helps it stick.

What does tumble mean?

noun

  1. A fall, especially end over end.

    “I took a tumble down the stairs and broke my tooth.”

  2. A disorderly heap.

verb

  1. To fall end over end; to roll over and over.
  2. To perform gymnastics such as somersaults, rolls, and handsprings.

Synonyms

bump uglieshave sexroll aroundmess uptouse

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Words that rhyme with tumble

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grumblerumblemumblestumblehumblejumblefumblebumbledrumbleumbelwimblescumble

Related words

collapsecrumbletopplefallwhirlcrumpleskirl

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tumble"?▾

"Tumble" has 2 syllables: tumbl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "tumble"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tumble" is /ˈtʌmbl̩/.

What does "tumble" mean?▾

Tumble: A fall, especially end over end.

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