How to Pronounce Recourse

To pronounce "recourse", say REC-ours-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈkɔːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɹɪˈkɔːs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “recourse”

"recourse" has 3 syllables: rec-ours-e.

What does recourse mean?

noun

  1. The act of seeking assistance or advice.
  2. A coursing back, or coursing again; renewed course; return; retreat; recurrence.

verb

  1. To return; to recur.
  2. To have recourse; to resort.

Synonyms

repeat

Related words

refugeresortredressremedyrepairremedialreparationaccess

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "recourse"?▾

"Recourse" has 3 syllables: rec · ours · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "recourse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "recourse" is /ɹɪˈkɔːs/.

What does "recourse" mean?▾

Recourse: The act of seeking assistance or advice.

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