How to pronounce measurements
Say it like MEZH-er-munts. Measurements has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEZH).
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- MEZH
- er
- munts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Measurements pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MEZHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- muntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of measurements
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MEZH-uh-munts.
What does measurements mean?
- plural of measurement How to pronounce measurement
Questions about saying measurements
How do you pronounce measurements?
Say MEZH-er-munts. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛʒɚmənts/. In British English it is /ˈmɛʒəmənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in measurements?
Measurements has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEZH). Broken into parts: MEZH · er · munts.
Is measurements 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 /ˈmɛʒəmənts/ (MEZH-uh-munts).