How to pronounce rewet
Say it like ree-WET. Rewet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WET).
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- ree
- WET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rewet 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.
- WETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of rewet
American and British speakers say rewet in essentially the same way: /riˈwɛt/ in the US and /riˈwɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-WET.
What does rewet mean?
- To wet again.“rewetting drops”
- To restore to wetland status via steps including reflooding.
- A gunlock
Where does rewet come from?
From re- + wet.
Words that rhyme with rewet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rewet.
Questions about saying rewet
How do you pronounce rewet?
Say ree-WET. The American pronunciation is /riˈwɛt/. In British English it is /riˈwɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rewet?
Rewet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WET). Broken into parts: ree · WET.
Do Americans and Brits say rewet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈwɛt/ and the British form is /riˈwɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.