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How to pronounce:
assume
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈsjuːm
Examples:
To assume that most people assume that the UofW is the UofW Madison is inane.
One can only assume that he believed that he could get away with this legerdemain before a complacent and deferential media.
For the moment, assume that the problem is incorrigible.
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Common mistakes of assume pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "a-SUME" [əˈsuːm]. Tip: Remember to place the primary stress on the second syllable: "as-SUME" [əˈsuːm].
- Overemphasizing the "a": Many people pronounce the initial "a" too strongly, sounding like "AH-sume" [ɑːˈsuːm]. Tip: Keep the "a" light and quick, almost like "uh," to sound more natural.
- Dropping the "u": A common mistake is omitting the "u" sound, leading to "as-sume" [əˈsjuːm]. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "u" clearly, blending it smoothly with the "s" sound.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some learners use a short "u" sound, resulting in "as-sum" [əˈsʌm]. Tip: Use the long "u" sound as in "blue" for the correct pronunciation: "as-SUME" [əˈsuːm].
- Incorrect vowel length: People sometimes shorten the vowel in the second syllable, saying "as-sum" [əˈsʌm]. Tip: Ensure the second syllable is pronounced with a long vowel sound: "as-SUME" [əˈsuːm].