How to pronounce reem
Say it like REEM. Reem is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- REEM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reem pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of reem
American and British speakers say reem in essentially the same way: /rim/ in the US and /riːm/ in the UK.
British respelling: REEM.
What does reem mean?
- A large horned animal in ancient Hebrew literature, variously identified with the wild ox or aurochs (Bos primigenius), the Arabian oryx, or a mythical creature (compare unicorn).
- To open (the seams of a vessel's planking) for the purpose of calking them.
- cool, excellent; desirable; sexy.
Words that rhyme with reem
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reem.
Questions about saying reem
How do you pronounce reem?
Say REEM. The American pronunciation is /rim/. In British English it is /riːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reem?
Reem is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: REEM.
Do Americans and Brits say reem the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rim/ and the British form is /riːm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.