How to pronounce arguments
Say it like AR-ghyuh-munts. Arguments has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- ghyuh
- munts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arguments pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ghyuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- muntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arguments
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-ghyuu-munts.
What does arguments mean?
- plural of argument How to pronounce argument
- third-person singular simple present indicative of argument How to pronounce argument
Questions about saying arguments
How do you pronounce arguments?
Say AR-ghyuh-munts. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrɡjəmənts/. In British English it is /ˈɑːɡjʊmənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arguments?
Arguments has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · ghyuh · munts.
Is arguments pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɑːɡjʊmənts/ (AH-ghyuu-munts).