How to pronounce reroute
Say it like ree-ROOT. Reroute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROOT).
- ree
- ROOT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reroute 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.
- ROOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of reroute
American and British speakers say reroute in essentially the same way: /riˈrut/ in the US and /riːˈruːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-ROOT.
Other ways to say reroute
Reroute also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- ree-ROWT /riˈraʊt/
What does reroute mean?
- To change the route taken by something.“We'll have to reroute some buses to avoid the construction work.”
- The use of a different route from one planned or used before.
Where does reroute come from?
From re- + route.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with reroute
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reroute.
Questions about saying reroute
How do you pronounce reroute?
Say ree-ROOT. The American pronunciation is /riˈrut/. In British English it is /riːˈruːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reroute?
Reroute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROOT). Broken into parts: ree · ROOT.
Do Americans and Brits say reroute the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈrut/ and the British form is /riːˈruːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.