How to pronounce rekindling
Say it like ree-KIND-ling. Rekindling has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KIND).
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- ree
- KIND
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rekindling 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.
- KINDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rekindling
American and British speakers say rekindling in essentially the same way: /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/ in the US and /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-KIND-ling.
What does rekindling mean?
- present participle and gerund of rekindle How to pronounce rekindle
- The act of kindling again.
Questions about saying rekindling
How do you pronounce rekindling?
Say ree-KIND-ling. The American pronunciation is /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/. In British English it is /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rekindling?
Rekindling has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KIND). Broken into parts: ree · KIND · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say rekindling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/ and the British form is /riˈkɪndlɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.