tummy
8 synonyms for tummy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (informal, especially with children) The stomach or belly.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use tummy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tummy ache
tummy button
upset tummy
Informal — used in casual conversation and with children, not in medical or formal writing (use "stomach" or "abdomen" instead).
Etymology
A childlike softening of "stomach," via the older colloquial form "stummy" — the same kind of playful shortening seen in words like "pasghetti" for spaghetti.
Full origin of tummy →Frequently asked questions
What does “tummy” mean?
The word “tummy” means (informal, especially with children) The stomach or belly. In plain terms, a casual, friendly word for the stomach, often used with or by children.
How do you pronounce “tummy”?
“Tummy” is pronounced TUH-mee (/ˈtʌ.mi/ in IPA).
How do you use “tummy” in a sentence?
Here is “tummy” used in a sentence: “Her tummy grumbled loudly during the meeting.”
What part of speech is “tummy”?
“Tummy” is a noun.
Is “tummy” a common word?
“Tummy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
