How to pronounce assumes
Say it like uh-SOOMZ. Assumes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOOMZ).
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US American/əˈsumz/uh-SOOMZ
UK British/əˈsjuːmz/uh-SYOOMZ
- uh
- SOOMZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Assumes 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.
- SOOMZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of assumes
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: uh-SYOOMZ.
What does assumes mean?
verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of assume How to pronounce assume
Questions about saying assumes
How do you pronounce assumes?
Say uh-SOOMZ. The American pronunciation is /əˈsumz/. In British English it is /əˈsjuːmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in assumes?
Assumes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOOMZ). Broken into parts: uh · SOOMZ.
Is assumes pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /əˈsjuːmz/ (uh-SYOOMZ).