How to pronounce exceptions
Say it like ik-SEP-shunz. Exceptions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP).
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- ik
- SEP
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exceptions pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of exceptions
American and British speakers say exceptions in essentially the same way: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/ in the US and /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/ in the UK.
British respelling: ik-SEP-shunz.
What does exceptions mean?
- plural of exception How to pronounce exception
Questions about saying exceptions
How do you pronounce exceptions?
Say ik-SEP-shunz. The American pronunciation is /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/. In British English it is /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exceptions?
Exceptions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP). Broken into parts: ik · SEP · shunz.
Do Americans and Brits say exceptions the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/ and the British form is /ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.