How to Pronounce Assumes

To pronounce "assumes", say ASS-um-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

ASS-um-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “assumes”

"assumes" has 3 syllables: ass-um-es. It rhymes with glooms and presumes, if that helps it stick.

What does assumes mean?

verb

  1. To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof

    “We assume that, as her parents were dentists, she knows quite a bit about dentistry.”

  2. To take on a position, duty or form

    “Mr. Jones will assume the position of a lifeguard until a proper replacement is found.”

Words that rhyme with assumes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gloomspresumesfumesbloomsloomsexhumeslegumesheirloomsresumesroomsbroomscostumes

Related words

presumeacceptsimulateacquirefeignshamarrogate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assumes"?▾

"Assumes" has 3 syllables: ass · um · es.

What does "assumes" mean?▾

Assumes: To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof

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