How to pronounce refill
Say it like ree-FIL. Refill has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIL).
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- ree
- FIL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Refill 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.
- FILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of refill
American and British speakers say refill in essentially the same way: /riˈfɪl/ in the US and /riːˈfɪl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-FIL.
Other ways to say refill
Refill also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- REE-fil /ˈrifɪl/
What does refill mean?
- To fill up once again.“Can you refill my cup please? I've finished my coffee.”
- To repeat a prescription.
- An additional helping of food or drink at reduced cost.“Today it is $2 for a coffee, with free refills throughout the day.”
- Refuelling, fuel to refill an empty fuel tank (of a vehicle or machine) or other fuel container.“Tank's empty. We need to go for a refill.”
- A product intended to replace the used contents of a container or the exhausted supply of a device.“We're cutting back. No new printers or pens, just refills.”
Where does refill come from?
From re- (“again”) + fill (noun).
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Words that rhyme with refill
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Questions about saying refill
How do you pronounce refill?
Say ree-FIL. The American pronunciation is /riˈfɪl/. In British English it is /riːˈfɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in refill?
Refill has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIL). Broken into parts: ree · FIL.
Do Americans and Brits say refill the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈfɪl/ and the British form is /riːˈfɪl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.