How to Pronounce Assure

To pronounce "assure", say ASS-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈʃɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈʃɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “assure”

"assure" has 3 syllables: ass-ur-e. It rhymes with obscure and procure, if that helps it stick.

What does assure mean?

verb

  1. To make sure and secure.
  2. (followed by that or of) To give (someone) confidence in the trustworthiness of (something).

    “He assured of his commitment to her happiness.”

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Words that rhyme with assure

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

obscureprocuredemurealluresecureendurepureensureimmaturesurereassuremature

Related words

ensurereassurepromiseguaranteeascertainseecontrolsecure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assure"?▾

"Assure" has 3 syllables: ass · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "assure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "assure" is /əˈʃɔː/.

What does "assure" mean?▾

Assure: To make sure and secure.

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