How to Pronounce "trumpet"
word
TRUHM-pit
TRUHM-pit
Definition
A trumpet is a brass musical instrument with a bright, powerful sound, played by blowing air through closed lips and pressing valves to change notes.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɹəmpət/
British English
/tɹˈʌmpɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRUHM-pit
UK
TRUHM-pit
Listen in Context
He plays the trumpet in the school band.
The trumpet is very loud.
I want to learn how to play the trumpet.
Her brother brought his trumpet to the family picnic and played a song for everyone.