How to pronounce rehearsed
Say it like ree-HURST. Rehearsed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HURST).
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- ree
- HURST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rehearsed 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.
- HURSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of rehearsed
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-HURST.
What does rehearsed mean?
- simple past and past participle of rehearse How to pronounce rehearse
- Contrived; dishonestly formulated so as to appear authentic.“I don't trust him. His story seems rehearsed.”
Words that rhyme with rehearsed
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Questions about saying rehearsed
How do you pronounce rehearsed?
Say ree-HURST. The American pronunciation is /riˈhɝst/. In British English it is /riˈhɜːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rehearsed?
Rehearsed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HURST). Broken into parts: ree · HURST.
Is rehearsed 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 /riˈhɜːst/ (ree-HURST).