How to pronounce ree
Say it like REE. Ree is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
- REE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ree
American and British speakers say ree in essentially the same way: /ri/ in the US and /riː/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE.
What does ree mean?
- Alternative form of rei (“Portuguese real”).
- A period of stormy or unsettled weather, especially one occurring somewhat predictably at a particular time of year.
Where does ree come from?
Cognate with Scots ree, rae, ray (“ree”), Old Saxon hrē (“evil, bad, angry”), Gothic 𐌹𐌽𐍂𐌰𐌿𐌷𐍄𐌾𐌰𐌽 (inrauhtjan, “to become angry, rage against”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- merry
- squiffy
Words that rhyme with ree
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ree.
Words that sound like ree
Questions about saying ree
How do you pronounce ree?
Say REE. The American pronunciation is /ri/. In British English it is /riː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ree?
Ree is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: REE.
Do Americans and Brits say ree the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ri/ and the British form is /riː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as ree?
Ree sounds the same as ri, re, rhee in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.