How to Pronounce "numbs"
word
ˈnəm
NUM
nˈʌmz
NUMZ
Definition
To make someone or something unable to feel physically or emotionally, either by dulling sensation or emotion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnəm
British English
nˈʌmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NUM
UK
NUMZ
Listen in Context
The cold water numbs my hand.
The medicine numbs the pain in my tooth.
Ice often numbs your fingers.
Hearing the bad news just numbs me inside.