How to pronounce recap
Say it like REE-kap. Recap has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- kap
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recap 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.
- kapGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of recap
American and British speakers say recap in essentially the same way: /ˈriˌkæp/ in the US and /ˈriːkæp/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-kap.
Other ways to say recap
Recap also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- rih-KAP /rɪˈkæp/
What does recap mean?
- A tire that has had new tread glued on.“He refused to buy recaps because he didn't trust them not to come apart on the highway.”
- A recapitulation.“Before we begin with today's agenda, Alice will give us a recap of recent decisions.”
- To seal (something) again with a cap.“They're planning to recap those oil wells permanently.”
- To replace the worn tread on a tire by gluing on a new outer portion.“They buy a lot of camelback because they recap a lot of truck tires for trailer fleets.”
Where does recap come from?
From re- + cap.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with recap
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recap.
Questions about saying recap
How do you pronounce recap?
Say REE-kap. The American pronunciation is /ˈriˌkæp/. In British English it is /ˈriːkæp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recap?
Recap has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · kap.
Do Americans and Brits say recap the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈriˌkæp/ and the British form is /ˈriːkæp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.