How to Pronounce "gumbo"
word
ˈɡəmboʊ
GUHM-boh
ɡˈʌmbəʊ
GUM-boh
Definition
A thick, flavorful stew from the southern United States, especially Louisiana, typically made with meat or seafood, vegetables, and a strong seasoning, often thickened with okra or filé powder.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡəmboʊ
British English
ɡˈʌmbəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GUHM-boh
UK
GUM-boh
Listen in Context
My grandmother makes delicious gumbo every winter.
Gumbo is a traditional dish from Louisiana.
The chef added okra to the gumbo for flavor.
That seafood gumbo we tried in New Orleans was incredible!