How to pronounce reaffirms
Say it like ree-uh-FURMZ. Reaffirms has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FURMZ).
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- ree
- uh
- FURMZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reaffirms 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FURMZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of reaffirms
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-uh-FURMZ.
What does reaffirms mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of reaffirm How to pronounce reaffirm
Questions about saying reaffirms
How do you pronounce reaffirms?
Say ree-uh-FURMZ. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈfɝmz/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈfɜːmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reaffirms?
Reaffirms has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FURMZ). Broken into parts: ree · uh · FURMZ.
Is reaffirms 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 /ˌriːəˈfɜːmz/ (ree-uh-FURMZ).