How to pronounce rebirth
Say it like ree-BURTH. Rebirth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BURTH).
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- ree
- BURTH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rebirth 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.
- BURTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of rebirth
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-BURTH.
What does rebirth mean?
- Reincarnation; new birth subsequent to one's first.
- Revival, reinvigoration.
- Spiritual renewal.
- To cause to be born again, spiritually renewed, or revived.
- To be born again, spiritually renewed, or revived.
Where does rebirth come from?
From re- + birth.
Words that rhyme with rebirth
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Questions about saying rebirth
How do you pronounce rebirth?
Say ree-BURTH. The American pronunciation is /riˈbɝθ/. In British English it is /riːˈbɜːθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rebirth?
Rebirth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BURTH). Broken into parts: ree · BURTH.
Is rebirth 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 /riːˈbɜːθ/ (ree-BURTH).