How to pronounce attest
Say it like uh-TEST. Attest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEST).
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- uh
- TEST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Attest 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.
- TESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of attest
American and British speakers say attest in essentially the same way: /əˈtɛst/ in the US and /əˈtɛst/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-TEST.
What does attest mean?
- To affirm to be correct, true, or genuine.“When will the appraiser attest the date of the painting?”
- To certify by signature or oath.“You must attest your will in order for it to be valid.”
- To certify in an official capacity.
Where does attest come from?
Borrowed from Middle French attester, from Latin attestor (“to witness to, bear witness”), from at-, combining form of ad (“to”) + testor (“to bear witness”), from testis (“a witness”).
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Words that rhyme with attest
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Questions about saying attest
How do you pronounce attest?
Say uh-TEST. The American pronunciation is /əˈtɛst/. In British English it is /əˈtɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in attest?
Attest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEST). Broken into parts: uh · TEST.
Do Americans and Brits say attest the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈtɛst/ and the British form is /əˈtɛst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.