How to Pronounce "acumen"
word
əkˈjumən
uh-KYOO-muhn
ˈækjuːmˌɛn
AK-yoo-men
Definition
Acumen is the ability to make good, quick decisions and understand things easily, especially in a particular area like business or politics.
IPA Transcription
American English
əkˈjumən
British English
ˈækjuːmˌɛn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KYOO-muhn
UK
AK-yoo-men
Listen in Context
She has strong business acumen.
His political acumen makes him a good leader.
You need financial acumen to run a company.
Her marketing acumen helped the brand grow quickly.