How to pronounce reinforcing
Say it like ree-in-FOR-sing. Reinforcing has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR).
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- ree
- in
- FOR
- sing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reinforcing 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.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- singKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of reinforcing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-in-FAW-sing.
What does reinforcing mean?
- Used to reinforce.“The reinforcing wire has to be wrapped in tension to be effective in strengthening the main part.”
- Something that reinforces.“The reinforcing for the roof will be installed before the hurricane season begins.”
- present participle and gerund of reinforce How to pronounce reinforce
Words that rhyme with reinforcing
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Questions about saying reinforcing
How do you pronounce reinforcing?
Say ree-in-FOR-sing. The American pronunciation is /ˌriɪnˈfɔrsɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːsɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reinforcing?
Reinforcing has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR). Broken into parts: ree · in · FOR · sing.
Is reinforcing 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 /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːsɪŋ/ (ree-in-FAW-sing).