How to pronounce reoffender
Say it like ree-uh-FEN-der. Reoffender has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FEN).
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- ree
- uh
- FEN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reoffender pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of reoffender
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-uh-FEN-duh.
What does reoffender mean?
- A repeat offender; someone who reoffends, who commits a crime on more than one occasion.
Where does reoffender come from?
From reoffend + -er.
Questions about saying reoffender
How do you pronounce reoffender?
Say ree-uh-FEN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈfɛndər/. In British English it is /ˌriːəˈfɛndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reoffender?
Reoffender has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FEN). Broken into parts: ree · uh · FEN · der.
Is reoffender 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 /ˌriːəˈfɛndə/ (ree-uh-FEN-duh).