How to pronounce reenact
Say it like ree-ih-NAKT. Reenact has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAKT).
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- ree
- ih
- NAKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reenact 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.
- NAKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of reenact
American and British speakers say reenact in essentially the same way: /riɪˈnækt/ in the US and /riɪˈnækt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-ih-NAKT.
What does reenact mean?
- To enact again.
- To recreate an event, especially a historical battle.
Where does reenact come from?
From re- + enact.
Words that rhyme with reenact
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Questions about saying reenact
How do you pronounce reenact?
Say ree-ih-NAKT. The American pronunciation is /riɪˈnækt/. In British English it is /riɪˈnækt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reenact?
Reenact has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAKT). Broken into parts: ree · ih · NAKT.
Do Americans and Brits say reenact the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riɪˈnækt/ and the British form is /riɪˈnækt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.