How to pronounce recapture
Say it like ree-KAP-cher. Recapture has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP).
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- ree
- KAP
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recapture 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.
- KAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of recapture
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-KAP-chuh.
What does recapture mean?
- To capture something for a second or subsequent time, especially after a loss.“The warden hoped to recapture the escaped prisoners before they reached the town.”
- To capture an opponent's piece immediately after it has captured on the same square.
- The act of capturing again.“The recapture of the escaped prisoner made the news.”
- That which is captured back; a prize retaken.
- The retroactive collection of taxes that were not collectible at the time.
Where does recapture come from?
From re- + capture.
Words that rhyme with recapture
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recapture.
Questions about saying recapture
How do you pronounce recapture?
Say ree-KAP-cher. The American pronunciation is /riˈkæptʃɚ/. In British English it is /riˈkæptʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recapture?
Recapture has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP). Broken into parts: ree · KAP · cher.
Is recapture 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 /riˈkæptʃə/ (ree-KAP-chuh).