How to pronounce rhesus
Say it like REE-sus. Rhesus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- sus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rhesus 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.
- susKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rhesus
American and British speakers say rhesus in essentially the same way: /ˈrisəs/ in the US and /ˈriːsəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-sus.
What does rhesus mean?
- A macaque monkey native to southern and southeastern Asia; Macaca mulatta.
- Alternative form of Rhesus.
Words that rhyme with rhesus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rhesus.
Questions about saying rhesus
How do you pronounce rhesus?
Say REE-sus. The American pronunciation is /ˈrisəs/. In British English it is /ˈriːsəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rhesus?
Rhesus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · sus.
Do Americans and Brits say rhesus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrisəs/ and the British form is /ˈriːsəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.