How to Pronounce Reinforcement

To pronounce "reinforcement", say REINF-orc-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹiːɪnˈfɔː(ɹ)smənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌɹiːɪnˈfɔː(ɹ)smənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “reinforcement”

"reinforcement" has 4 syllables: reinf-orc-em-ent. It rhymes with endorsement and enforcement, if that helps it stick.

What does reinforcement mean?

noun

  1. The act, process, or state of reinforcing or being reinforced.
  2. A thing that reinforces.

Words that rhyme with reinforcement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endorsementenforcementhorsemint

Related words

reinforcerreenforcementstrengthenersupportrewardreinforcingreinforcedreinforce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reinforcement"?▾

"Reinforcement" has 4 syllables: reinf · orc · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "reinforcement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reinforcement" is /ˌɹiːɪnˈfɔː(ɹ)smənt/.

What does "reinforcement" mean?▾

Reinforcement: The act, process, or state of reinforcing or being reinforced.

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