How to pronounce recurred
Say it like ree-KURD. Recurred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KURD).
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- ree
- KURD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recurred 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.
- KURDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of recurred
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-KURD.
What does recurred mean?
- simple past and past participle of recur How to pronounce recur
Words that rhyme with recurred
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Questions about saying recurred
How do you pronounce recurred?
Say ree-KURD. The American pronunciation is /riˈkɝd/. In British English it is /riˈkɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recurred?
Recurred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KURD). Broken into parts: ree · KURD.
Is recurred 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 /riˈkɜːd/ (ree-KURD).