How to pronounce "triumph"

triumph

Noun
American
/ˈtraɪ.əmf/

Syllable Breakdown

tri umph

How natives say triumph

British
/ˈtraɪ.əmf/

Syllable Breakdown

tri umph

How natives say triumph

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'tr' sound by placing your tongue close to the roof of your mouth and pushing air forward.

  • Move to the 'ai' sound, like in 'eye', with a wider open mouth.

  • End with the 'umph': lightly close your lips for 'm' and release slightly for the 'f' sound.

Common Mistakes

  • try-umph (extra syllable)

  • tree-umph (incorrect vowel)

  • trium-ph (incorrect division)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1 for BrE

  • Step 2 for BrE

  • Step 3 for BrE

common mistakes

  • try-umph (extra syllable)

  • tree-umph (incorrect vowel)

  • trium-ph (incorrect division)

FAQ

How do I stress the word 'triumph'?

Stress the first syllable: TRI-umph.

Is 'triumph' two or three syllables?

It has two syllables: 'tri-umph'.

How to avoid adding an extra syllable in 'triumph'?

Focus on combining the end of 'trai' directly into 'umph' without a pause.

Definition

triumph

A great victory or achievement.

Word Family

triumphant

/traɪˈʌmfənt/

adjective

Feeling or expressing jubilation after a victory.

Example: She gave a triumphant smile.

triumphantly

/traɪˈʌmfəntli/

adverb

In a way that shows great happiness and joy after a success.

Example: He marched triumphantly after winning.

triumphs

/ˈtraɪəmfs/

noun

Plural of triumph, meaning many victories.

Example: The team had many triumphs this season.

Key Pronunciation Differences

'Triumphant' has an extra syllable 'fa'

'Triumphantly' has extra syllables 'fa' and 'ly'

'Triumphs' ends in the 's' sound for plural form

Pro Tips

Focus on the Stress

Remember to place emphasis on the first syllable to sound more natural.

Avoid Extra Syllables

Practice blending sounds to prevent adding unnecessary syllables when pronouncing.

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/əkˈsɛləˌreɪt/

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/ˈæksɪdənt/

accommodate

/əˈkɑːməˌdeɪt/

accompany

/əˈkʌmpəni/

accomplish

/əˈkɑːm.plɪʃ/

afford

/əˈfɔrd/

airline

/ˈɛrˌlaɪn/

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