How to pronounce rededicate
Say it like ree-DED-uh-kayt. Rededicate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DED).
- ree
- DED
- uh
- kayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rededicate 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.
- DEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kaytGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of rededicate
American and British speakers say rededicate in essentially the same way: /ˌriˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/ in the US and /ˌriːˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-DED-uh-kayt.
What does rededicate mean?
- To dedicate again.
Where does rededicate come from?
From re- + dedicate.
Words that rhyme with rededicate
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rededicate.
Questions about saying rededicate
How do you pronounce rededicate?
Say ree-DED-uh-kayt. The American pronunciation is /ˌriˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/. In British English it is /ˌriːˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rededicate?
Rededicate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DED). Broken into parts: ree · DED · uh · kayt.
Do Americans and Brits say rededicate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌriˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/ and the British form is /ˌriːˈdɛdəˌkeɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.