How to pronounce regenerate
Say it like ree-JEN-uh-rayt. Regenerate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEN).
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- ree
- JEN
- uh
- rayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Regenerate 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.
- JENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- raytGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of regenerate
American and British speakers say regenerate in essentially the same way: /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/ in the US and /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-JEN-uh-rayt.
What does regenerate mean?
- To construct or create anew, especially in an improved manner.
- To revitalize.
- To replace lost or damaged tissue.
- Spiritually reborn.
- One who is spiritually reborn.
Where does regenerate come from?
From Latin regenerātus, perfect passive participle of regenerō, from re- + generō, from genus, generis (“descent, origin, birth”); -ō, equivalent to re- + generate.
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Words that rhyme with regenerate
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Questions about saying regenerate
How do you pronounce regenerate?
Say ree-JEN-uh-rayt. The American pronunciation is /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/. In British English it is /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in regenerate?
Regenerate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEN). Broken into parts: ree · JEN · uh · rayt.
Do Americans and Brits say regenerate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/ and the British form is /riˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.