How to pronounce rethink
Say it like ree-THINGK. Rethink has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THINGK).
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- ree
- THINGK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rethink 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.
- THINGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rethink
American and British speakers say rethink in essentially the same way: /riˈθɪŋk/ in the US and /riˈθɪŋk/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-THINGK.
What does rethink mean?
- To think again about something, with the intention of changing or replacing it.“Disability rights advocates are encouraging people to rethink the words "crazy" and "insane" as they stigmatize mental health.”
- The act of thinking again about something.“This business plan of yours looks risky. It needs a rethink.”
Where does rethink come from?
From re- + think.
Words that rhyme with rethink
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rethink.
Questions about saying rethink
How do you pronounce rethink?
Say ree-THINGK. The American pronunciation is /riˈθɪŋk/. In British English it is /riˈθɪŋk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rethink?
Rethink has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THINGK). Broken into parts: ree · THINGK.
Do Americans and Brits say rethink the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈθɪŋk/ and the British form is /riˈθɪŋk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.