How to pronounce rebuttal
Say it like rih-BUHT-ul. Rebuttal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BUHT).
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- rih
- BUHT
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rebuttal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- BUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rebuttal
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: rih-BUHT-ul.
What does rebuttal mean?
- The act of contradicting something by making a contrary argument, or presenting contrary evidence.
- A statement, designed to refute or negate specific arguments put forward by opponents.
- A pleading by a defendant in reply to the evidence put forward by a plaintiff or the prosecution.
Where does rebuttal come from?
From rebut + -al.
Words that rhyme with rebuttal
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Questions about saying rebuttal
How do you pronounce rebuttal?
Say rih-BUHT-ul. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈbʌtəl/. In British English it is /rɪˈbʌtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rebuttal?
Rebuttal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BUHT). Broken into parts: rih · BUHT · ul.
Is rebuttal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /rɪˈbʌtəl/ (rih-BUHT-ul).