How to Pronounce Tumbler

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtʌmblɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tumbler”

"tumbler" has 2 syllables: tumbl-er. It rhymes with humbler, if that helps it stick.

What does tumbler mean?

noun

  1. One who tumbles; one who plays tricks by various motions of the body; an acrobat.
  2. A movable obstruction in a lock, consisting of a lever, latch, wheel, slide, or the like, which must be adjusted to a particular position by a key or other means before the bolt can be thrown in locking or unlocking.

Words that rhyme with tumbler

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

humbler

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tumbler"?▾

"Tumbler" has 2 syllables: tumbl · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "tumbler"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tumbler" is /ˈtʌmblɚ/.

What does "tumbler" mean?▾

Tumbler: One who tumbles; one who plays tricks by various motions of the body; an acrobat.

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