How to Pronounce Umpires

To pronounce "umpires", say UMP-ir-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

UMP-ir-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “umpires”

"umpires" has 3 syllables: ump-ir-es. It rhymes with friars and desires, if that helps it stick.

What does umpires mean?

noun

  1. The official who presides over a tennis game sat on a high chair.
  2. One of the two white-coated officials who preside over a cricket match.

Words that rhyme with umpires

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

friarsdesiresinquirestranspirespliersfiresretiresacquiresrequiresdriershomebuyerswires

Related words

refereeumpadjudicatorsarbitersarbitratorsjudgesjusticesmagistracies

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "umpires"?▾

"Umpires" has 3 syllables: ump · ir · es.

What does "umpires" mean?▾

Umpires: The official who presides over a tennis game sat on a high chair.

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