How to pronounce reflation
Say it like ree-FLAY-shun. Reflation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLAY).
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- ree
- FLAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reflation 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.
- FLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of reflation
American and British speakers say reflation in essentially the same way: /riˈfleɪʃən/ in the US and /riˈfleɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-FLAY-shun.
What does reflation mean?
- The act of restoring a deflated general level of prices to a previous or desired level.
Where does reflation come from?
From reflate + -ion, parallel to deflation.
Words that rhyme with reflation
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Questions about saying reflation
How do you pronounce reflation?
Say ree-FLAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /riˈfleɪʃən/. In British English it is /riˈfleɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reflation?
Reflation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLAY). Broken into parts: ree · FLAY · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say reflation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈfleɪʃən/ and the British form is /riˈfleɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.