How to pronounce reinforced
Say it like ree-in-FORST. Reinforced has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FORST).
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- ree
- in
- FORST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reinforced 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.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FORSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of reinforced
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-in-FAWST.
What does reinforced mean?
- given added strength or support“reinforced concrete contains steel bars or metal netting”
- (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness“the built liquid detergents”
Where does reinforced come from?
From reinforce + -ed.
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Words that rhyme with reinforced
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Questions about saying reinforced
How do you pronounce reinforced?
Say ree-in-FORST. The American pronunciation is /ˌriɪnˈfɔrst/. In British English it is /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reinforced?
Reinforced has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FORST). Broken into parts: ree · in · FORST.
Is reinforced 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 /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːst/ (ree-in-FAWST).