How to pronounce exertions
Say it like ig-ZUR-shunz. Exertions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZUR).
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- ig
- ZUR
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exertions pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- igKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of exertions
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ig-ZUR-shunz.
What does exertions mean?
- plural of exertion How to pronounce exertion
Questions about saying exertions
How do you pronounce exertions?
Say ig-ZUR-shunz. The American pronunciation is /ɪɡˈzɝʃənz/. In British English it is /ɪɡˈzɜːʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exertions?
Exertions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZUR). Broken into parts: ig · ZUR · shunz.
Is exertions pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɪɡˈzɜːʃənz/ (ig-ZUR-shunz).