How to Pronounce "rummage through"
expression
ˈɹəmɪdʒ/ /ˈθɹu
RUHM-ij THROO
ɹˈʌmɪdʒ/ /θɹˈuː
ruhm-IJ throo
Definition
To search for something by moving things around in a careless or hurried way, usually in drawers, bags, or other containers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹəmɪdʒ/ /ˈθɹu
British English
ɹˈʌmɪdʒ/ /θɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUHM-ij THROO
UK
ruhm-IJ throo
Listen in Context
She rummaged through her bag for her keys.
Tom rummaged through the drawer to find a pen.
The children rummaged through the toy box for their favorite car.
I watched him rummage through his backpack in a panic, looking for his passport.