How to pronounce regelation
Say it like ree-jih-LAY-shun. Regelation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LAY).
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- ree
- jih
- LAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Regelation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- jihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- LAYSay 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 regelation
American and British speakers say regelation in essentially the same way: /ˌridʒɪˈleɪʃən/ in the US and /ˌriːdʒɪˈleɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-jih-LAY-shun.
What does regelation mean?
- The act or process of freezing again.
- The fusion of two pieces of ice by pressure (which lowers its freezing point).
Where does regelation come from?
From re- + gelation.
Words that rhyme with regelation
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of regelation.
Questions about saying regelation
How do you pronounce regelation?
Say ree-jih-LAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌridʒɪˈleɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌriːdʒɪˈleɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in regelation?
Regelation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LAY). Broken into parts: ree · jih · LAY · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say regelation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌridʒɪˈleɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˌriːdʒɪˈleɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.