How to pronounce rebbe
Say it like REE-buh. Rebbe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- buh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rebbe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rebbe
American and British speakers say rebbe in essentially the same way: /ˈribə/ in the US and /ˈriːbə/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-buh.
What does rebbe mean?
- The spiritual leader of a Hasidic Jewish community.
- A teacher of Torah, especially in a primary school.
Words that rhyme with rebbe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rebbe.
Questions about saying rebbe
How do you pronounce rebbe?
Say REE-buh. The American pronunciation is /ˈribə/. In British English it is /ˈriːbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rebbe?
Rebbe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · buh.
Do Americans and Brits say rebbe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈribə/ and the British form is /ˈriːbə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.