How to pronounce restitute
Say it like RES-tih-toot. Restitute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES).
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- RES
- tih
- toot
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Restitute pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tootGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of restitute
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: RES-tih-tyoot.
What does restitute mean?
- To restore (something) to its former condition.
- To provide recompense for (something).
- To refund.
- That which is restored or offered in place of something; a substitute.
Where does restitute come from?
From Old French restituer, from Latin restituō (“replace, restore”).
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Questions about saying restitute
How do you pronounce restitute?
Say RES-tih-toot. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛstɪˌtut/. In British English it is /ˈrɛstɪˌtjuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in restitute?
Restitute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES). Broken into parts: RES · tih · toot.
Is restitute pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈrɛstɪˌtjuːt/ (RES-tih-tyoot).