How to pronounce assumptions
Say it like uh-SUHMP-shunz. Assumptions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHMP).
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- uh
- SUHMP
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Assumptions 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.
- SUHMPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of assumptions
American and British speakers say assumptions in essentially the same way: /əˈsʌmpʃənz/ in the US and /əˈsʌmpʃənz/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-SUHMP-shunz.
What does assumptions mean?
- plural of assumption How to pronounce assumption
Questions about saying assumptions
How do you pronounce assumptions?
Say uh-SUHMP-shunz. The American pronunciation is /əˈsʌmpʃənz/. In British English it is /əˈsʌmpʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in assumptions?
Assumptions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHMP). Broken into parts: uh · SUHMP · shunz.
Do Americans and Brits say assumptions the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈsʌmpʃənz/ and the British form is /əˈsʌmpʃənz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.