How to pronounce rea
Say it like RAY. Rea is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- RAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rea pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of rea
American and British speakers say rea in essentially the same way: /reɪ/ in the US and /reɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAY.
What does rea mean?
- Alternative form of rei.
Words that rhyme with rea
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rea.
Words that sound like rea
Questions about saying rea
How do you pronounce rea?
Say RAY. The American pronunciation is /reɪ/. In British English it is /reɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rea?
Rea is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: RAY.
Do Americans and Brits say rea the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /reɪ/ and the British form is /reɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as rea?
Rea sounds the same as ray, re in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.