How to pronounce rete
Say it like REE-tee. Rete has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rete 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.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rete
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: REE-tee.
What does rete mean?
- A network of blood vessels or nerves.
- An anatomical part resembling or including a network.
- A rotating cutaway plate or overlay on an astrolabe or starmap which represents the horizon; used to locate stars and other astronomical features.
Where does rete come from?
Borrowed from Latin rete.
Words that rhyme with rete
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rete.
Questions about saying rete
How do you pronounce rete?
Say REE-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈriti/. In British English it is /ˈriːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rete?
Rete has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · tee.
Is rete pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈriːti/ (REE-tee).