How to pronounce remonstrate
Say it like REM-un-strayt. Remonstrate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REM).
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- REM
- un
- strayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Remonstrate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- straytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of remonstrate
American and British speakers say remonstrate in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/ in the US and /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: REM-un-strayt.
What does remonstrate mean?
- To object with in critical fashion; to express disapproval (with, against).
- To state or plead as an objection, formal protest, or expression of disapproval.
- To point out; to show clearly; to make plain or manifest; hence, to prove; to demonstrate.
Where does remonstrate come from?
From (the participle stem of) Late Latin remōnstrō, from Latin re- + mōnstrō.
Words that rhyme with remonstrate
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of remonstrate.
Questions about saying remonstrate
How do you pronounce remonstrate?
Say REM-un-strayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/. In British English it is /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in remonstrate?
Remonstrate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REM). Broken into parts: REM · un · strayt.
Do Americans and Brits say remonstrate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/ and the British form is /ˈrɛmənstreɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.