How to pronounce reelect
Say it like ree-ih-LEKT. Reelect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEKT).
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- ree
- ih
- LEKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reelect 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.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- LEKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of reelect
American and British speakers say reelect in essentially the same way: /riɪˈlɛkt/ in the US and /riɪˈlɛkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-ih-LEKT.
What does reelect mean?
- To elect for a second or subsequent time.
Where does reelect come from?
From re- + elect.
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Words that rhyme with reelect
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Questions about saying reelect
How do you pronounce reelect?
Say ree-ih-LEKT. The American pronunciation is /riɪˈlɛkt/. In British English it is /riɪˈlɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reelect?
Reelect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEKT). Broken into parts: ree · ih · LEKT.
Do Americans and Brits say reelect the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riɪˈlɛkt/ and the British form is /riɪˈlɛkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.