How to pronounce rentice
Say it like REN-tis. Rentice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REN).
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- REN
- tis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rentice pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rentice
American and British speakers say rentice in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛntɪs/ in the US and /ˈrɛntɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: REN-tis.
What does rentice mean?
- An access path cleared through vegetation to facilitate mineral exploration or the construction, safe operation and maintenance of power transmission lines or pipelines.
Where does rentice come from?
From Malay rentas (“traverse”).
Questions about saying rentice
How do you pronounce rentice?
Say REN-tis. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛntɪs/. In British English it is /ˈrɛntɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rentice?
Rentice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REN). Broken into parts: REN · tis.
Do Americans and Brits say rentice the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛntɪs/ and the British form is /ˈrɛntɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.