How to pronounce refile
Say it like ree-FYLE. Refile has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FYLE).
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- ree
- FYLE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Refile 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.
- FYLESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of refile
American and British speakers say refile in essentially the same way: /riˈfaɪl/ in the US and /riˈfaɪl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-FYLE.
What does refile mean?
- To file again or differently.“Let's refile those papers under Miscellaneous.”
Where does refile come from?
From re- + file.
Words that rhyme with refile
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of refile.
Questions about saying refile
How do you pronounce refile?
Say ree-FYLE. The American pronunciation is /riˈfaɪl/. In British English it is /riˈfaɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in refile?
Refile has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FYLE). Broken into parts: ree · FYLE.
Do Americans and Brits say refile the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈfaɪl/ and the British form is /riˈfaɪl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.