How to pronounce expound
Say it like ik-SPOWND. Expound has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPOWND).
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- ik
- SPOWND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Expound 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.
- SPOWNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of expound
American and British speakers say expound in essentially the same way: /ɪkˈspaʊnd/ in the US and /ɪkˈspaʊnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: ik-SPOWND.
What does expound mean?
- To set out the meaning of; to explain or discuss at length.“Today I'll expound at length the theory propounded last week.”
- To make a statement, especially at length.“He expounded often on the dangers of the imperial presidency.”
Where does expound come from?
From Middle English expounden, from Old French espondre, from Latin exponere.
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Words that rhyme with expound
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Questions about saying expound
How do you pronounce expound?
Say ik-SPOWND. The American pronunciation is /ɪkˈspaʊnd/. In British English it is /ɪkˈspaʊnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in expound?
Expound has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPOWND). Broken into parts: ik · SPOWND.
Do Americans and Brits say expound the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪkˈspaʊnd/ and the British form is /ɪkˈspaʊnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.