How to Pronounce Require

To pronounce "require", say REQ-uir-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈkwaɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹɪˈkwaɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “require”

"require" has 3 syllables: req-uir-e. It rhymes with desire and inquire, if that helps it stick.

What does require mean?

verb

  1. To ask (someone) for something; to request.
  2. To demand, to insist upon (having); to call for authoritatively.

Synonyms

call for

Words that rhyme with require

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

desireinquirespireacquireesquirepyrepriorsirefirequagmireenquiretwire

Related words

demandaskcommandnecessitateneedcompelinvolveexpect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "require"?▾

"Require" has 3 syllables: req · uir · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "require"?▾

The IPA transcription of "require" is /ɹɪˈkwaɪə/.

What does "require" mean?▾

Require: To ask (someone) for something; to request.

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