How to Pronounce Redshift

To pronounce "redshift", say REDSH-ift — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɛdˌʃɪft/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɹɛdˌʃɪft/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “redshift”

"redshift" has 2 syllables: redsh-ift.

What does redshift mean?

noun

  1. A change in the wavelength of light, in which the wavelength is longer than when it was emitted at the source.
  2. (US politics) The statistical bias towards Republican (or Blue Dog) candidates of US federal elections whose reported results vary considerably from those indicated by voter exit polls.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "redshift"?▾

"Redshift" has 2 syllables: redsh · ift.

What is the IPA transcription of "redshift"?▾

The IPA transcription of "redshift" is /ˈɹɛdˌʃɪft/.

What does "redshift" mean?▾

Redshift: A change in the wavelength of light, in which the wavelength is longer than when it was emitted at the source.

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