-ums

Questions

What does -ums mean?

Used in forming affectionate terms of address.

Where does -ums come from?

Perhaps after diddums or snookums.

How to pronounce -ums

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “-ums”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “-ums”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “-ums” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.