How to pronounce refinish
Say it like ree-FIN-ish. Refinish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIN).
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- ree
- FIN
- ish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Refinish 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.
- FINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of refinish
American and British speakers say refinish in essentially the same way: /riˈfɪnɪʃ/ in the US and /riˈfɪnɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-FIN-ish.
What does refinish mean?
- To finish again; especially, to apply a fresh finish, as a new coat of varnish or paint.“She refinished the old table.”
Where does refinish come from?
From re- + finish.
Words that rhyme with refinish
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Questions about saying refinish
How do you pronounce refinish?
Say ree-FIN-ish. The American pronunciation is /riˈfɪnɪʃ/. In British English it is /riˈfɪnɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in refinish?
Refinish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIN). Broken into parts: ree · FIN · ish.
Do Americans and Brits say refinish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈfɪnɪʃ/ and the British form is /riˈfɪnɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.