How to pronounce restem
Say it like ruh-STEM. Restem has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STEM).
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- ruh
- STEM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Restem pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- STEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of restem
American and British speakers say restem in essentially the same way: /rəˈstɛm/ in the US and /rəˈstɛm/ in the UK.
British respelling: ruh-STEM.
What does restem mean?
- To force back against the current.
- To stem, or move against.
Where does restem come from?
From re- + stem.
Words that rhyme with restem
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of restem.
Questions about saying restem
How do you pronounce restem?
Say ruh-STEM. The American pronunciation is /rəˈstɛm/. In British English it is /rəˈstɛm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in restem?
Restem has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STEM). Broken into parts: ruh · STEM.
Do Americans and Brits say restem the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rəˈstɛm/ and the British form is /rəˈstɛm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.