How to pronounce reacquire
Say it like ree-uh-KWIRE. Reacquire has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KWIRE).
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- ree
- uh
- KWIRE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reacquire pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KWIRESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of reacquire
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-uh-KWIRE.
What does reacquire mean?
- To acquire again.
Where does reacquire come from?
From re- + acquire.
Words that rhyme with reacquire
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reacquire.
Questions about saying reacquire
How do you pronounce reacquire?
Say ree-uh-KWIRE. The American pronunciation is /riəˈkwaɪr/. In British English it is /riəˈkwaɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reacquire?
Reacquire has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KWIRE). Broken into parts: ree · uh · KWIRE.
Is reacquire pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /riəˈkwaɪə/ (ree-uh-KWIRE).