How to Pronounce "fumble for"
expression
ˈfəmbəɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
FUHM-buhl for, FUHM-buhl fer, FUHM-buhl fur
fˈʌmbəl/ /fˈɔː
FUM-buhl faw
Definition
To search for something with your hands in an uncoordinated or awkward way, especially when you cannot see well or are unsure where it is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfəmbəɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
fˈʌmbəl/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FUHM-buhl for, FUHM-buhl fer, FUHM-buhl fur
UK
FUM-buhl faw
Listen in Context
He fumbled for his keys in the dark.
She fumbled for her phone in her bag.
I saw him fumble for a pen during the test.
I had to fumble for words when she asked me that question.