How to pronounce referment
Say it like ree-fer-MENT. Referment has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MENT).
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- ree
- fer
- MENT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Referment 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.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MENTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of referment
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-fuh-MENT.
What does referment mean?
- To ferment again.
- The act of referring; reference.
Where does referment come from?
From re- + ferment.
Words that rhyme with referment
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of referment.
Questions about saying referment
How do you pronounce referment?
Say ree-fer-MENT. The American pronunciation is /rifərˈmɛnt/. In British English it is /rifəˈmɛnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in referment?
Referment has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MENT). Broken into parts: ree · fer · MENT.
Is referment pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /rifəˈmɛnt/ (ree-fuh-MENT).