How to Pronounce Asserted

To pronounce "asserted", say ASS-ert-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsɜːtɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈsɜːtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “asserted”

"asserted" has 3 syllables: ass-ert-ed. It rhymes with perverted and diverted, if that helps it stick.

What does asserted mean?

verb

To declare with assurance or plainly and strongly; to state positively.
“He would often assert that there was life on other planets.”
To use or exercise and thereby prove the existence of.
“Salman Rushdie has asserted his right to be identified as the author of this work.”

adjective

Stated, declared or alleged, especially with confidence but no proof

Synonyms

affirm asseverate aver

Antonyms

deassert deny remit

Words that rhyme with asserted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

perverted diverted blurted deserted concerted alerted inverted reverted averted converted skirted introverted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asserted"?▾

"Asserted" has 3 syllables: ass · ert · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "asserted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "asserted" is /əˈsɜːtɪd/.

What does "asserted" mean?▾

Asserted: To declare with assurance or plainly and strongly; to state positively.

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