How to pronounce ultimatums
Say it like uhl-tuh-MAY-tumz. Ultimatums has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAY).
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- uhl
- tuh
- MAY
- tumz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ultimatums pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tumzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ultimatums
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uhl-tuh-MAY-tumz.
What does ultimatums mean?
- plural of ultimatum How to pronounce ultimatum
Questions about saying ultimatums
How do you pronounce ultimatums?
Say uhl-tuh-MAY-tumz. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌltəˈmeɪtəmz/. In British English it is /ˌʌltəˈmeɪtəmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ultimatums?
Ultimatums has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAY). Broken into parts: uhl · tuh · MAY · tumz.
Is ultimatums pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌʌltəˈmeɪtəmz/ (uhl-tuh-MAY-tumz).