How to Pronounce Research

To pronounce "research", say RES-earch — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈsɜːtʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɹɪˈsɜːtʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “research”

"research" has 2 syllables: res-earch. It rhymes with lurch and perch, if that helps it stick.

What does research mean?

noun

Diligent inquiry or examination to seek or revise facts, principles, theories, applications, etc.; laborious or continued search after truth.
“The research station that houses Wang and his team is outside Lijiang, a city of about 1.2 million people.”
A particular instance or piece of research.

verb

To search or examine with continued care; to seek diligently.
To make an extensive investigation into.

Synonyms

examination exploration inquiry investigation scrutiny study

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Words that rhyme with research

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lurch perch smirch church

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "research"?▾

"Research" has 2 syllables: res · earch.

What is the IPA transcription of "research"?▾

The IPA transcription of "research" is /ɹɪˈsɜːtʃ/.

What does "research" mean?▾

Research: Diligent inquiry or examination to seek or revise facts, principles, theories, applications, etc.; laborious or continued search after truth.

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