How to pronounce riposte
Say it like rih-POHST. Riposte has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (POHST).
- rih
- POHST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Riposte pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- POHSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of riposte
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: rih-POHST.
What does riposte mean?
- A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
- A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.
- A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
- To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
- To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.
Where does riposte come from?
From French riposte, taken from Italian risposta, a derivative of the verb rispondere (“to respond”).
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Questions about saying riposte
How do you pronounce riposte?
Say rih-POHST. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈpoʊst/. In British English it is /rɪˈpəʊst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in riposte?
Riposte has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (POHST). Broken into parts: rih · POHST.
Is riposte pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /rɪˈpəʊst/ (rih-POHST).