How to pronounce reist
Say it like REE-ist. Reist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- ist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- istKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of reist
American and British speakers say reist in essentially the same way: /ˈriɪst/ in the US and /ˈriːɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-ist.
What does reist mean?
- A proponent of reism.
- Alternative form of reest.
Words that rhyme with reist
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reist.
Questions about saying reist
How do you pronounce reist?
Say REE-ist. The American pronunciation is /ˈriɪst/. In British English it is /ˈriːɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reist?
Reist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · ist.
Do Americans and Brits say reist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈriɪst/ and the British form is /ˈriːɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.