How to Pronounce Re-form

To pronounce "re-form", say REF-orm — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

REF-orm

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💡 Tip for remembering “re-form”

"re-form" has 2 syllables: ref-orm.

What does re-form mean?

verb

  1. To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better

    “1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9”

  2. To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits

    “It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform.”

Synonyms

amendbettercorrectimprovemendreclaimrectifyrepair

Related words

organizedreformreformulatere-framerereformre-educatere-organizenewform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "re-form"?▾

"Re-form" has 2 syllables: ref · orm.

What does "re-form" mean?▾

Re-form: To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better

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