How to pronounce reappraisal
Say it like ree-uh-PRAY-zul. Reappraisal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PRAY).
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- ree
- uh
- PRAY
- zul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reappraisal 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.
- PRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of reappraisal
American and British speakers say reappraisal in essentially the same way: /ˌriəˈpreɪzəl/ in the US and /ˌriːəˈpreɪzəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-uh-PRAY-zul.
What does reappraisal mean?
- A second look at or reassessment of the value of something; a new appraisal.
Where does reappraisal come from?
From re- + appraisal.
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Questions about saying reappraisal
How do you pronounce reappraisal?
Say ree-uh-PRAY-zul. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈpreɪzəl/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈpreɪzəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reappraisal?
Reappraisal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PRAY). Broken into parts: ree · uh · PRAY · zul.
Do Americans and Brits say reappraisal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌriəˈpreɪzəl/ and the British form is /ˌriːəˈpreɪzəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.