How to pronounce reassign
Say it like ree-uh-SYNE. Reassign has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SYNE).
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- ree
- uh
- SYNE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reassign 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.
- SYNESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of reassign
American and British speakers say reassign in essentially the same way: /ˌriəˈsaɪn/ in the US and /ˌriːəˈsaɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-uh-SYNE.
What does reassign mean?
- To assign again or anew.“The offending employees were reassigned after the incident.”
- To transfer back what was previously assigned.
Where does reassign come from?
From re- + assign.
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Words that rhyme with reassign
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Questions about saying reassign
How do you pronounce reassign?
Say ree-uh-SYNE. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈsaɪn/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈsaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reassign?
Reassign has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SYNE). Broken into parts: ree · uh · SYNE.
Do Americans and Brits say reassign the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌriəˈsaɪn/ and the British form is /ˌriːəˈsaɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.