How to Pronounce Presume

To pronounce "presume", say PRES-um-e — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹɪˈzjuːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/pɹɪˈzjuːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “presume”

"presume" has 3 syllables: pres-um-e. It rhymes with plume and loom, if that helps it stick.

What does presume mean?

verb

  1. With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission.

    “I wouldn't presume to tell him how to do his job.”

  2. To perform, do (something) without authority; to lay claim to without permission.

    “Don't make the decision yourself and presume too much.”

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Words that rhyme with presume

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plumeloomexhumeboomroomassumefumetombgloomspumeresumesloom

Related words

assumesupposepresumptionpresumptivepresupposesurmisehypothesizeguess

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "presume"?▾

"Presume" has 3 syllables: pres · um · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "presume"?▾

The IPA transcription of "presume" is /pɹɪˈzjuːm/.

What does "presume" mean?▾

Presume: With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission.

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