How to pronounce readmission
Say it like ree-ad-MISH-un. Readmission has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MISH).
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- ree
- ad
- MISH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Readmission pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- adKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- MISHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of readmission
American and British speakers say readmission in essentially the same way: /ˌriædˈmɪʃən/ in the US and /riːædˈmɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-ad-MISH-un.
What does readmission mean?
- A second or subsequent admission.
Where does readmission come from?
From re- + admission.
Words that rhyme with readmission
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of readmission.
Questions about saying readmission
How do you pronounce readmission?
Say ree-ad-MISH-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌriædˈmɪʃən/. In British English it is /riːædˈmɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in readmission?
Readmission has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MISH). Broken into parts: ree · ad · MISH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say readmission the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌriædˈmɪʃən/ and the British form is /riːædˈmɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.