How to Pronounce Presumptuous

To pronounce "presumptuous", say PRES-umpt-uous — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈzʌmp.tjuː.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/pɹəˈzʌmp.tjuː.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “presumptuous”

"presumptuous" has 3 syllables: pres-umpt-uous.

What does presumptuous mean?

adjective

  1. Going beyond what is right, proper, or appropriate because of an excess of self-confidence or arrogance.

Synonyms

arrogantconceitedfoolhardyforwardinsolentoverconfidentpresumingrash

Related words

assumptiveassumingforwardarrogantpretentiouscockydaringgrandiose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "presumptuous"?▾

"Presumptuous" has 3 syllables: pres · umpt · uous.

What is the IPA transcription of "presumptuous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "presumptuous" is /pɹəˈzʌmp.tjuː.əs/.

What does "presumptuous" mean?▾

Presumptuous: Going beyond what is right, proper, or appropriate because of an excess of self-confidence or arrogance.

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