How to Pronounce "bump and grind"
expression
ˈbəmp/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɡɹaɪnd
BUHMP and/uhnd GRYND
bˈʌmp/ /ˈænd/ /ɡɹˈaɪnd
BUMP and GRYND
Definition
This phrase refers to a dance style with close physical contact and sensual, rhythmic movements, often imitating sexual activity. It is commonly used to describe certain types of nightclub dances or striptease acts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəmp/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɡɹaɪnd
British English
bˈʌmp/ /ˈænd/ /ɡɹˈaɪnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUHMP and/uhnd GRYND
UK
BUMP and GRYND
Listen in Context
The club played music for everyone to bump and grind on the dance floor.
The video showed dancers doing a bump and grind routine.
He doesn't like to bump and grind at parties.
Some people call that style of dancing a classic bump and grind.