How to pronounce reclaimer
Say it like ree-KLAY-mer. Reclaimer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAY).
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- ree
- KLAY
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reclaimer 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.
- KLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of reclaimer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-KLAY-muh.
What does reclaimer mean?
- One who reclaims.
- A large machine used to recover bulk material from a stockpile.
Where does reclaimer come from?
From reclaim + -er.
Words that rhyme with reclaimer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reclaimer.
Questions about saying reclaimer
How do you pronounce reclaimer?
Say ree-KLAY-mer. The American pronunciation is /riˈkleɪmɚ/. In British English it is /riˈkleɪmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reclaimer?
Reclaimer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAY). Broken into parts: ree · KLAY · mer.
Is reclaimer 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 /riˈkleɪmə/ (ree-KLAY-muh).