How to pronounce restitution
Say it like res-tih-TOO-shun. Restitution has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TOO).
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- res
- tih
- TOO
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Restitution pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- resGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of restitution
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: res-tih-TYOO-shun.
What does restitution mean?
- A process of compensation for losses.
- The act of making good or compensating for loss or injury.
- A return or restoration to a previous condition or position.“the restitution of an elastic body”
Where does restitution come from?
From Old French restitucion, from Latin restitutio.
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Words that rhyme with restitution
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of restitution.
- solution
- distribution
- resolution
- constitution
- revolution
- evolution
- institution
- contribution
- execution
- pollution
Questions about saying restitution
How do you pronounce restitution?
Say res-tih-TOO-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌrɛstɪˈtuʃən/. In British English it is /ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in restitution?
Restitution has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TOO). Broken into parts: res · tih · TOO · shun.
Is restitution 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 /ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/ (res-tih-TYOO-shun).