To pronounce "presumption", say PRES-umpt-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"presumption" has 3 syllables: pres-umpt-ion. It rhymes with gumption and consumption, if that helps it stick.
noun
“The presumption is that an event has taken place.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Presumption" has 3 syllables: pres · umpt · ion.
Presumption: The act of presuming, or something presumed
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