How to pronounce statement
Say it like STAYT-munt. Statement has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAYT).
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- STAYT
- munt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Statement pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- muntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of statement
American and British speakers say statement in essentially the same way: /ˈsteɪtmənt/ in the US and /ˈsteɪtmənt/ in the UK.
British respelling: STAYT-munt.
What does statement mean?
- a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc“according to his statement he was in London on that day”
- a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true“it was a strong argument that his hypothesis was true”
- (music) the presentation of a musical theme“the initial statement of the sonata”
Where does statement come from?
From state + -ment.
Words that rhyme with statement
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of statement.
Questions about saying statement
How do you pronounce statement?
Say STAYT-munt. The American pronunciation is /ˈsteɪtmənt/. In British English it is /ˈsteɪtmənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in statement?
Statement has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAYT). Broken into parts: STAYT · munt.
Do Americans and Brits say statement the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsteɪtmənt/ and the British form is /ˈsteɪtmənt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.