To pronounce "resumption", say RES-umpt-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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RES-umpt-ion
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"resumption" has 3 syllables: res-umpt-ion. It rhymes with presumption and gumption, if that helps it stick.
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"Resumption" has 3 syllables: res · umpt · ion.
Resumption: The act of resuming or starting something again.
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