How to pronounce Plumber in English

Plumber is pronounced PLUM-ər (IPA /ˈplʌmər/). Silent 'b' — say 'PLUM' then a soft 'er' ending.

IPA: /ˈplʌmər/

Syllables: PLUM · ər

Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce the 'b' saying 'plum-ber' with a /b/.

Tip: Silent 'b' — say 'PLUM' then a soft 'er' ending.

P and B

Schwa /ə/, the reduced vowel

The American R

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