How to pronounce rep
Say it like REP. Rep is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- REP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rep pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of rep
American and British speakers say rep in essentially the same way: /rɛp/ in the US and /rɛp/ in the UK.
British respelling: REP.
What does rep mean?
- informal abbreviation of representative
- a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs
Where does rep come from?
Clippings of various words beginning with rep.
Words that rhyme with rep
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rep.
Questions about saying rep
How do you pronounce rep?
Say REP. The American pronunciation is /rɛp/. In British English it is /rɛp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rep?
Rep is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: REP.
Do Americans and Brits say rep the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rɛp/ and the British form is /rɛp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.