How to pronounce respec
Say it like REE-spek. Respec has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- spek
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Respec pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- spekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of respec
American and British speakers say respec in essentially the same way: /ˈrispɛk/ in the US and /ˈriːspɛk/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-spek.
What does respec mean?
- To reallocate the distribution of skill points on a character's skill tree, changing their specialization.“Last night I paid 5 gold to the trainer to respec as a shadow priest.”
Where does respec come from?
Clipping of respecialize.
Questions about saying respec
How do you pronounce respec?
Say REE-spek. The American pronunciation is /ˈrispɛk/. In British English it is /ˈriːspɛk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in respec?
Respec has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · spek.
Do Americans and Brits say respec the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrispɛk/ and the British form is /ˈriːspɛk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.