How to pronounce restructure
Say it like ree-STRUHK-cher. Restructure has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHK).
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- ree
- STRUHK
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Restructure 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.
- STRUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of restructure
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-STRUHK-chuh.
What does restructure mean?
- To change the organization of.
- To modify the terms of a loan, providing relief to a debtor who would otherwise be forced to default.
- A reorganization.
Where does restructure come from?
From re- + structure.
Words that rhyme with restructure
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of restructure.
Questions about saying restructure
How do you pronounce restructure?
Say ree-STRUHK-cher. The American pronunciation is /riˈstrʌktʃɚ/. In British English it is /riːˈstrʌktʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in restructure?
Restructure has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHK). Broken into parts: ree · STRUHK · cher.
Is restructure pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /riːˈstrʌktʃə/ (ree-STRUHK-chuh).