How to pronounce redirection
Say it like ree-duh-REK-shun. Redirection has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REK).
- ree
- duh
- REK
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Redirection 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.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of redirection
American and British speakers say redirection in essentially the same way: /ˌridəˈrɛkʃən/ in the US and /riːdəˈrɛkʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-duh-REK-shun.
What does redirection mean?
- The act of setting a new direction.
Where does redirection come from?
From re- + direction.
Words that rhyme with redirection
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of redirection.
Questions about saying redirection
How do you pronounce redirection?
Say ree-duh-REK-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌridəˈrɛkʃən/. In British English it is /riːdəˈrɛkʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in redirection?
Redirection has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REK). Broken into parts: ree · duh · REK · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say redirection the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌridəˈrɛkʃən/ and the British form is /riːdəˈrɛkʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.