How to Pronounce "dumbo"
word
ˈdəmboʊ
DUHM-boh
dˈʌməʊ
DUM-oh
Definition
A slang, informal word used to call someone stupid or foolish, often as an insult or joke. It can also refer to the Disney elephant character, but is more commonly used as an insult.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdəmboʊ
British English
dˈʌməʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUHM-boh
UK
DUM-oh
Listen in Context
Don't call your brother a dumbo.
He felt like a dumbo after making that mistake.
Stop acting like a dumbo in class.
Come on, you’re not a dumbo—everyone forgets things sometimes.