How to pronounce reappearance
Say it like ree-uh-PIR-uns. Reappearance has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PIR).
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- ree
- uh
- PIR
- uns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reappearance 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.
- PIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of reappearance
American and British speakers say reappearance in essentially the same way: /ˌriəˈpɪrəns/ in the US and /ˌriːəˈpɪrəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-uh-PIR-uns.
What does reappearance mean?
- The act of appearing again following absence.
Where does reappearance come from?
From re- + appearance or reappear + -ance.
Words that rhyme with reappearance
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Questions about saying reappearance
How do you pronounce reappearance?
Say ree-uh-PIR-uns. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈpɪrəns/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈpɪrəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reappearance?
Reappearance has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PIR). Broken into parts: ree · uh · PIR · uns.
Do Americans and Brits say reappearance the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌriəˈpɪrəns/ and the British form is /ˌriːəˈpɪrəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.