How to pronounce resume

Say it like this: /ɹɪˈzum/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ɹɪˈzum/

British/ɹɪˈzjuːm/

Australian

What does resume mean?

verbTo take back possession of (something)

“Ladies and gentlemen, please resume your seats.”

To summarise.

To start (something) again that has been stopped or paused from the point at which it was stopped or paused; continue, carry on.

“We will resume this discussion tomorrow at nine.”

nounA summary or synopsis.

A summary or account of education and employment experiences and qualifications; a curriculum vitae (often for presentation to a potential future employer when applying for a job).

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