How to Pronounce "bumblebee"
word
ˈbəmbəɫˌbi
BUHM-buhl-bee
bˈʌmbəlbˌiː
BUM-buhl-bee
Definition
A bumblebee is a large, round, and often fuzzy bee that makes a loud buzzing sound and is known for pollinating flowers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəmbəɫˌbi
British English
bˈʌmbəlbˌiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUHM-buhl-bee
UK
BUM-buhl-bee
Listen in Context
A bumblebee is flying around the flowers.
The bumblebee is bigger than a honeybee.
I saw a bumblebee in the garden.
Don’t worry, a bumblebee rarely stings unless bothered.