How to pronounce reiki
Say it like RAY-kee. Reiki has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reiki pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of reiki
American and British speakers say reiki in essentially the same way: /ˈreɪki/ in the US and /ˈreɪki/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAY-kee.
What does reiki mean?
- A Japanese form of pseudomedicine that involves transferring chi through one's palms.
Words that rhyme with reiki
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reiki.
Questions about saying reiki
How do you pronounce reiki?
Say RAY-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪki/. In British English it is /ˈreɪki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reiki?
Reiki has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say reiki the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈreɪki/ and the British form is /ˈreɪki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.