How to pronounce refurb
Say it like REE-furb. Refurb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- furb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Refurb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- furbGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of refurb
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: REE-furb.
What does refurb mean?
- to refurbish
- a thing that has been refurbished“Most of the trains running today are refurbs.”
- The act of refurbishing“The refurb program is progressing on schedule”
Where does refurb come from?
Clipping of refurbish.
Questions about saying refurb
How do you pronounce refurb?
Say REE-furb. The American pronunciation is /ˈriˌfɝb/. In British English it is /ˈriːfɜːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in refurb?
Refurb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · furb.
Is refurb 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 /ˈriːfɜːb/ (REE-furb).