How to Pronounce "chumming"
word
ˈtʃəm
CHUM-ing
tʃˈʌmɪŋ
CHUM-ing
Definition
'Chumming' means throwing bait into the water to attract fish. Informally, it can also mean making friends or being friendly, especially in a group.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃəm
British English
tʃˈʌmɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHUM-ing
UK
CHUM-ing
Listen in Context
They started chumming to attract more fish.
Chumming is common when fishing for sharks.
He spent the afternoon chumming with his friends.
Fishermen were chumming off the back of the boat.