English pronunciation · Words Starting with R
Respect Pronunciation
Respect is pronounced ri-SPEKT, IPA /riˈspɛkt/.
ri-SPEKT
US /riˈspɛkt/ · UK /rɪˈspɛkt/
Syllables: ri · SPEKT (2 syllables, stress on syllable 2)
noun and verb: Regard for someone's worth, or to treat them accordingly.
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Respect in a Sentence
- She has the respect of everyone on the ward.
- Respect the deadline and nobody will ask questions.
- Respect for the referee disappeared after that decision.
Common Mispronunciations of Respect
Not REE-spekt
SPEKT is the loud half and the opening ri goes by in an instant.
Not ruh-SPEK
That final t gets sounded, tight as the cluster is.
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