How to pronounce repressed
Say it like ree-PREST. Repressed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PREST).
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- ree
- PREST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Repressed 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.
- PRESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of repressed
American and British speakers say repressed in essentially the same way: /riˈprɛst/ in the US and /riˈprɛst/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-PREST.
What does repressed mean?
- simple past and past participle of repress How to pronounce repress
- Subjected to repression.“repressed homosexuality”
- Showing the suppression of emotions or impulses.
- Pressed again.
Where does repressed come from?
From repress + -ed.
Words that rhyme with repressed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of repressed.
Questions about saying repressed
How do you pronounce repressed?
Say ree-PREST. The American pronunciation is /riˈprɛst/. In British English it is /riˈprɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in repressed?
Repressed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PREST). Broken into parts: ree · PREST.
Do Americans and Brits say repressed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈprɛst/ and the British form is /riˈprɛst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.