How to pronounce addressee
Say it like ad-reh-SEE. Addressee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEE).
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- ad
- reh
- SEE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Addressee pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- adGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- rehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of addressee
American and British speakers say addressee in essentially the same way: /ˌædrɛˈsi/ in the US and /ˌædrɛˈsiː/ in the UK.
British respelling: ad-reh-SEE.
What does addressee mean?
- The person or organization to which something, such as a letter or message, is addressed or sent, for whom the item is intended.
- A person or entity to whom discourse is directed, or the words referring to such an entity.
Where does addressee come from?
From address + -ee.
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Questions about saying addressee
How do you pronounce addressee?
Say ad-reh-SEE. The American pronunciation is /ˌædrɛˈsi/. In British English it is /ˌædrɛˈsiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in addressee?
Addressee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEE). Broken into parts: ad · reh · SEE.
Do Americans and Brits say addressee the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌædrɛˈsi/ and the British form is /ˌædrɛˈsiː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.