How to Pronounce Umbrella

To pronounce "umbrella", say umbr-ELL-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəmˌbɹɛɫə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

umbrella

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈəmˌbɹɛɫə/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ʌmbɹˈɛlɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “umbrella”

Break "umbrella" into 3 beats and lean on "ELL" — that's the stressed one.

What does umbrella mean?

noun

  1. A cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.
  2. Anything that provides similar protection.

verb

  1. To cover or protect, as if by an umbrella.
  2. To form the dome shape of an open umbrella.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "umbrella"?▾

To pronounce "umbrella", say umbr-ELL-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəmˌbɹɛɫə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "umbrella"?▾

"Umbrella" has 3 syllables: umbr · ell · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "umbrella"?▾

The IPA transcription of "umbrella" is /ˈəmˌbɹɛɫə/.

What does "umbrella" mean?▾

Umbrella: A cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.

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