How to pronounce rehire
Say it like ree-HIRE. Rehire has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HIRE).
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- ree
- HIRE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rehire 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.
- HIRESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of rehire
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-HIRE.
What does rehire mean?
- To hire again.
- A former employee who has been hired again.
Where does rehire come from?
From re- + hire.
Words that rhyme with rehire
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rehire.
Questions about saying rehire
How do you pronounce rehire?
Say ree-HIRE. The American pronunciation is /riˈhaɪr/. In British English it is /riˈhaɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rehire?
Rehire has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HIRE). Broken into parts: ree · HIRE.
Is rehire 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 /riˈhaɪə/ (ree-HIRE).