How to Pronounce "numb"
word
/ˈnəm/
nuhm
/nˈʌm/
nuhm
Definition
Unable to feel physical sensation or emotion, often because of cold, shock, or strong feelings. It can describe both your body and your emotions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnəm/
British English
/nˈʌm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nuhm
UK
nuhm
Listen in Context
After being outside in the snow, my hands felt numb.
The dentist made my mouth numb before the treatment.
She was so shocked by what happened that she felt completely numb inside.
After the bad news, I felt numb and couldn't cry.