To pronounce "assumption", say ASS-umpt-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
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"assumption" has 3 syllables: ass-umpt-ion. It rhymes with presumption and gumption, if that helps it stick.
noun
“His assumption of secretarial duties was timely.”
“Their assumption of his guilt disqualified them from jury duty.”
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"Assumption" has 3 syllables: ass · umpt · ion.
The IPA transcription of "assumption" is /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/.
Assumption: The act of assuming, or taking to or upon oneself; the act of taking up or adopting.
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