How to Pronounce "umber"
word
ˈʌmbə
UHM-ber
ˈʌmbɐ
UHM-buh
Definition
Umber is a dark brown or reddish-brown earth color often used as a pigment in art.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʌmbə
British English
ˈʌmbɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHM-ber
UK
UHM-buh
Listen in Context
The artist mixed umber with yellow to make a warm brown.
She painted the tree trunk in a rich umber color.
This clay is naturally umber in color.
Can you hand me the tube of umber? I need it for the shadows on this painting.