How to pronounce functions
Say it like FUHNGK-shunz. Functions has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHNGK).
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- FUHNGK
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Functions pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of functions
American and British speakers say functions in essentially the same way: /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/ in the US and /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/ in the UK.
British respelling: FUHNGK-shunz.
What does functions mean?
- plural of function How to pronounce function
- third-person singular simple present indicative of function How to pronounce function
Questions about saying functions
How do you pronounce functions?
Say FUHNGK-shunz. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/. In British English it is /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in functions?
Functions has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHNGK). Broken into parts: FUHNGK · shunz.
Do Americans and Brits say functions the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/ and the British form is /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.