How to pronounce rhea
Say it like REE-uh. Rhea has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rhea 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rhea
American and British speakers say rhea in essentially the same way: /ˈriə/ in the US and /ˈriːə/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-uh.
What does rhea mean?
- A large flightless bird of the order Rheiformes, native to South America.
- Ramie (Boehmeria nivea), a fiber-yielding plant.
Words that rhyme with rhea
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rhea.
Questions about saying rhea
How do you pronounce rhea?
Say REE-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈriə/. In British English it is /ˈriːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rhea?
Rhea has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say rhea the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈriə/ and the British form is /ˈriːə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.