How to pronounce enumeration
Say it like ih-noo-muh-RAY-shun. Enumeration has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (RAY).
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- ih
- noo
- muh
- RAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Enumeration pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of enumeration
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: ih-nyoo-muh-RAY-shun.
What does enumeration mean?
- The act of enumerating, making separate mention, or recounting.
- A detailed account, in which each thing is specially noticed.
- A list; especially, a numbered list.“using the serial comma in enumerations”
Where does enumeration come from?
From Middle French énumeration (French énumération).
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Words that rhyme with enumeration
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Questions about saying enumeration
How do you pronounce enumeration?
Say ih-noo-muh-RAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ɪˌnuməˈreɪʃən/. In British English it is /ɪˌnjuːməˈreɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in enumeration?
Enumeration has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (RAY). Broken into parts: ih · noo · muh · RAY · shun.
Is enumeration 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 /ɪˌnjuːməˈreɪʃən/ (ih-nyoo-muh-RAY-shun).