Street
umble
What does umble mean?
Houston-area pronunciation of Humble, TX — the suburb just north-east of the city. The 'H' is silent. Say 'Humble' with the H and you've outed yourself as not from here.
"I-69 north, exit Umble — meet you at the Greenspoint side."
Origin
Local pronunciation convention dating back to the town's founding family, the Humbles, whose name was reportedly pronounced without the H.
Frequently asked questions
What does Umble mean?
Umble is how locals say Humble, Texas — the H is silent.
How do you pronounce Humble, TX?
Locals drop the H and say "Umble," not "Humble."
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