How to pronounce rearrest
Say it like ree-uh-REST. Rearrest has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REST).
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- ree
- uh
- REST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rearrest 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of rearrest
American and British speakers say rearrest in essentially the same way: /riəˈrɛst/ in the US and /riəˈrɛst/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-uh-REST.
What does rearrest mean?
- To arrest again.“The police rearrested the suspect after finding new evidence linking him to the crime.”
- A second or subsequent arrest.
Where does rearrest come from?
From re- + arrest.
Words that rhyme with rearrest
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rearrest.
Questions about saying rearrest
How do you pronounce rearrest?
Say ree-uh-REST. The American pronunciation is /riəˈrɛst/. In British English it is /riəˈrɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rearrest?
Rearrest has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REST). Broken into parts: ree · uh · REST.
Do Americans and Brits say rearrest the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riəˈrɛst/ and the British form is /riəˈrɛst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.