How to pronounce preread
Say it like pree-REED. Preread has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REED).
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- pree
- REED
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preread pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- REEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of preread
American and British speakers say preread in essentially the same way: /ˌpriˈrid/ in the US and /ˌpriːˈriːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-REED.
What does preread mean?
- To read in advance.
- An operation in which data is read in advance of its being needed.
Where does preread come from?
From pre- + read.
Words that rhyme with preread
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of preread.
Questions about saying preread
How do you pronounce preread?
Say pree-REED. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriˈrid/. In British English it is /ˌpriːˈriːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preread?
Preread has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REED). Broken into parts: pree · REED.
Do Americans and Brits say preread the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpriˈrid/ and the British form is /ˌpriːˈriːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.