How to pronounce aspersions
Say it like uh-SPUR-zhunz. Aspersions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPUR).
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- uh
- SPUR
- zhunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aspersions pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SPURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- zhunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of aspersions
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-SPUR-zhunz.
What does aspersions mean?
- plural of aspersion
Questions about saying aspersions
How do you pronounce aspersions?
Say uh-SPUR-zhunz. The American pronunciation is /əˈspɝʒənz/. In British English it is /əˈspɜːʒənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aspersions?
Aspersions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPUR). Broken into parts: uh · SPUR · zhunz.
Is aspersions 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 /əˈspɜːʒənz/ (uh-SPUR-zhunz).