How to pronounce reassert
Say it like ree-uh-SURT. Reassert has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SURT).
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- ree
- uh
- SURT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reassert 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.
- SURTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of reassert
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-uh-SURT.
What does reassert mean?
- To assert again.
Where does reassert come from?
From re- + assert.
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Words that rhyme with reassert
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Questions about saying reassert
How do you pronounce reassert?
Say ree-uh-SURT. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈsɝt/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈsɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reassert?
Reassert has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SURT). Broken into parts: ree · uh · SURT.
Is reassert 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 /ˌriːəˈsɜːt/ (ree-uh-SURT).