How to pronounce reconquered
Say it like ree-KAWNG-kerd. Reconquered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAWNG).
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- ree
- KAWNG
- kerd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reconquered 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.
- KAWNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kerdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of reconquered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-KONG-kud.
What does reconquered mean?
- simple past and past participle of reconquer How to pronounce reconquer
Questions about saying reconquered
How do you pronounce reconquered?
Say ree-KAWNG-kerd. The American pronunciation is /riˈkɔŋkɚd/. In British English it is /riˈkɒŋkəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reconquered?
Reconquered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAWNG). Broken into parts: ree · KAWNG · kerd.
Is reconquered 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 /riˈkɒŋkəd/ (ree-KONG-kud).