How to pronounce reconfirm
Say it like ree-kun-FURM. Reconfirm has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FURM).
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- ree
- kun
- FURM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reconfirm 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.
- FURMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of reconfirm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-kun-FURM.
What does reconfirm mean?
- To confirm again; to establish more firmly
- To advise an airline of your intention to use a reservation, or risk cancellation.
Where does reconfirm come from?
From re- + confirm.
Words that rhyme with reconfirm
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reconfirm.
Questions about saying reconfirm
How do you pronounce reconfirm?
Say ree-kun-FURM. The American pronunciation is /ˌrikənˈfɝm/. In British English it is /ˌriːkənˈfɜːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reconfirm?
Reconfirm has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FURM). Broken into parts: ree · kun · FURM.
Is reconfirm 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 /ˌriːkənˈfɜːm/ (ree-kun-FURM).