How to pronounce recce
Say it like REK-ee. Recce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK).
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- REK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of recce
American and British speakers say recce in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛki/ in the US and /ˈrɛki/ in the UK.
British respelling: REK-ee.
What does recce mean?
- Reconnaissance.
- Reconnoitre.
Where does recce come from?
Clipping of reconnaissance.
Words that rhyme with recce
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recce.
Questions about saying recce
How do you pronounce recce?
Say REK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛki/. In British English it is /ˈrɛki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recce?
Recce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK). Broken into parts: REK · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say recce the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛki/ and the British form is /ˈrɛki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.