How to pronounce contusions
Say it like kun-TOO-zhunz. Contusions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO).
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- kun
- TOO
- zhunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Contusions pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- zhunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of contusions
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: kun-TYOO-zhunz.
What does contusions mean?
- plural of contusion How to pronounce contusion
Questions about saying contusions
How do you pronounce contusions?
Say kun-TOO-zhunz. The American pronunciation is /kənˈtuʒənz/. In British English it is /kənˈtjuːʒənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in contusions?
Contusions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO). Broken into parts: kun · TOO · zhunz.
Is contusions 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 /kənˈtjuːʒənz/ (kun-TYOO-zhunz).