How to pronounce reoccur
Say it like ree-uh-KUR. Reoccur has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUR).
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- ree
- uh
- KUR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reoccur 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of reoccur
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-uh-KUR.
What does reoccur mean?
- To occur again; to recur.
Where does reoccur come from?
From re- + occur.
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Words that rhyme with reoccur
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Questions about saying reoccur
How do you pronounce reoccur?
Say ree-uh-KUR. The American pronunciation is /riəˈkɝ/. In British English it is /riəˈkɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reoccur?
Reoccur has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUR). Broken into parts: ree · uh · KUR.
Is reoccur 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 /riəˈkɜː/ (ree-uh-KUR).