How to pronounce recalescent
Say it like ree-kuh-LES-unt. Recalescent has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES).
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- ree
- kuh
- LES
- unt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recalescent 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.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of recalescent
American and British speakers say recalescent in essentially the same way: /ˌrikəˈlɛsənt/ in the US and /ˌriːkəˈlɛsənt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-kuh-LES-unt.
What does recalescent mean?
- Pertaining to recalescence.
Words that rhyme with recalescent
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recalescent.
- adolescent
- crescent
- fluorescent
- incessant
- incandescent
- antidepressant
- iridescent
- pubescent
- convalescent
- depressant
Questions about saying recalescent
How do you pronounce recalescent?
Say ree-kuh-LES-unt. The American pronunciation is /ˌrikəˈlɛsənt/. In British English it is /ˌriːkəˈlɛsənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recalescent?
Recalescent has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES). Broken into parts: ree · kuh · LES · unt.
Do Americans and Brits say recalescent the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌrikəˈlɛsənt/ and the British form is /ˌriːkəˈlɛsənt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.