How to Pronounce Statement

To pronounce "statement", say STAT-em-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “statement”

"statement" has 3 syllables: stat-em-ent. It rhymes with abatement and batement, if that helps it stick.

What does statement mean?

noun

  1. A declaration or remark.
  2. A presentation of opinion or position.

Words that rhyme with statement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abatementbatementoverstatementmisstatementunderstatementreinstatementrestatement

Related words

assertionaffirmationargumentinstructioncommandstatedevidencejustification

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "statement"?▾

"Statement" has 3 syllables: stat · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "statement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "statement" is /ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/.

What does "statement" mean?▾

Statement: A declaration or remark.

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