How to Pronounce "tumbly"

word

ˈtʌmbli

TUM-blee

ˈtʌmbli

TUM-blee

Definition

Describes something or someone that moves in an unsteady, wobbly, or tumbling way. Often used in a playful or lighthearted manner, especially for children's speech or for things that are shaky or unstable.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈtʌmbli

British English

ˈtʌmbli

Simplified Pronunciation

TUM-blee

Listen in Context

The little girl walked in a tumbly way across the room.

The puppy was so tumbly when it tried to stand.

My stomach feels a bit tumbly before the test.

After spinning in circles, the kids were all giggly and tumbly.