How to pronounce reactions
Say it like ree-AK-shunz. Reactions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AK).
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- ree
- AK
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reactions 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.
- AKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of reactions
American and British speakers say reactions in essentially the same way: /riˈækʃənz/ in the US and /rɪˈækʃənz/ in the UK.
British respelling: rih-AK-shunz.
What does reactions mean?
- plural of reaction How to pronounce reaction
Questions about saying reactions
How do you pronounce reactions?
Say ree-AK-shunz. The American pronunciation is /riˈækʃənz/. In British English it is /rɪˈækʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reactions?
Reactions has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AK). Broken into parts: ree · AK · shunz.
Do Americans and Brits say reactions the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈækʃənz/ and the British form is /rɪˈækʃənz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.