How to pronounce misreference
Say it like mis-REF-uh-runs. Misreference has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REF).
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- mis
- REF
- uh
- runs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misreference pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- misKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- REFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- runsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of misreference
American and British speakers say misreference in essentially the same way: /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/ in the US and /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: mis-REF-uh-runs.
What does misreference mean?
- An incorrect reference.
- To incorrectly reference (something).
Where does misreference come from?
From mis- + reference.
Words that rhyme with misreference
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Questions about saying misreference
How do you pronounce misreference?
Say mis-REF-uh-runs. The American pronunciation is /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/. In British English it is /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misreference?
Misreference has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REF). Broken into parts: mis · REF · uh · runs.
Do Americans and Brits say misreference the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/ and the British form is /mɪsˈrɛfərəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.