How to Pronounce Amounts

To pronounce "amounts", say AM-ounts — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈmaʊnts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈmaʊnts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “amounts”

"amounts" has 2 syllables: am-ounts. It rhymes with counts and recounts, if that helps it stick.

What does amounts mean?

noun

The total, aggregate or sum of material (not applicable to discrete numbers or units or items in standard English).
“The amount of atmospheric pollution threatens a health crisis.”
A quantity or volume.
“Pour a small amount of water into the dish.”

verb

(followed by to) To total or evaluate.
“It amounts to three dollars and change.”
(followed by to) To be the same as or equivalent to.
“He was a pretty good student, but never amounted to much professionally.”

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Words that rhyme with amounts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

counts recounts mounts discounts founts headcounts accounts kountz mountz younts

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amounts"?▾

"Amounts" has 2 syllables: am · ounts.

What is the IPA transcription of "amounts"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amounts" is /əˈmaʊnts/.

What does "amounts" mean?▾

Amounts: The total, aggregate or sum of material (not applicable to discrete numbers or units or items in standard English).

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