How to pronounce recan
Say it like REE-kan. Recan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- kan
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recan 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.
- kanKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of recan
American and British speakers say recan in essentially the same way: /ˈrikæn/ in the US and /ˈriːkæn/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-kan.
What does recan mean?
- To can (package in a can) again or anew.
Where does recan come from?
From re- + can.
Questions about saying recan
How do you pronounce recan?
Say REE-kan. The American pronunciation is /ˈrikæn/. In British English it is /ˈriːkæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recan?
Recan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · kan.
Do Americans and Brits say recan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrikæn/ and the British form is /ˈriːkæn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.