How to pronounce ransom
Say it like RAN-sum. Ransom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAN).
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US American/ˈrænsəm/RAN-sum
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- RAN
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ransom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does ransom mean?
noun
- money demanded for the return of a captured person
- payment for the release of someone
- the act of freeing from captivity or punishment
- exchange or buy back for money; under threat
Where does ransom come from?
From the Middle English raunsoun, from the Old French raençon, from stem of Latin redēmptiō.
Words that rhyme with ransom
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ransom.
Questions about saying ransom
How do you pronounce ransom?
Say RAN-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈrænsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ransom?
Ransom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAN). Broken into parts: RAN · sum.