How to pronounce recondition
Say it like ree-kun-DISH-un. Recondition has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DISH).
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- ree
- kun
- DISH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recondition pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DISHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of recondition
American and British speakers say recondition in essentially the same way: /ˌrikənˈdɪʃən/ in the US and /ˌriːkənˈdɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-kun-DISH-un.
What does recondition mean?
- To restore to a functional state, or to a condition resembling the original.“When reconditioning antique furniture, it is important to try to preserve as much of the original finish as possible.”
Where does recondition come from?
From re- + condition.
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Questions about saying recondition
How do you pronounce recondition?
Say ree-kun-DISH-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌrikənˈdɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌriːkənˈdɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recondition?
Recondition has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DISH). Broken into parts: ree · kun · DISH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say recondition the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌrikənˈdɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˌriːkənˈdɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.