How to pronounce rentier
Say it like RET-ee-er. Rentier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RET).
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- RET
- ee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rentier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rentier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RET-ee-uh.
What does rentier mean?
- An individual who receives an income, usually interest, rent, dividends, capital gains, or profits from his or her assets and investments.
Where does rentier come from?
Borrowed from French rentier.
Questions about saying rentier
How do you pronounce rentier?
Say RET-ee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛˌtiɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɛˌtiːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rentier?
Rentier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RET). Broken into parts: RET · ee · er.
Is rentier 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 /ˈrɛˌtiːə/ (RET-ee-uh).