How to pronounce "assist"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "assist"

Learn how to break down "assist" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/əˈsɪst/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

AH0 S IH1 S T
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

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Definition of "assist"

Pronunciation: /əˈsɪst/

Noun

  • A helpful action or an act of giving.
    Example: "The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter."
  • The act of helping another player score points or goals
    Example: "He had two assists in the game."

Verb

  • To help.
    Example: "This book will assist you in getting your life in order."
  • To make a pass that leads directly towards scoring.
  • To help compensate for what is missing with the help of a medical technique or therapy.
  • To stand (at a place) or to (an opinion).
    Example: "A great part of the nobility assisted to his opinion."
  • To be present (at an event, occasion etc.).

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