How to pronounce "reign"

reign

Sports & Recreation
American
/reɪn/

Syllable Breakdown

reign

How natives say reign

British
/reɪn/

Syllable Breakdown

reign

How natives say reign

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'r' sound by curling the tongue.

  • Follow with a long 'ay' vowel, like in 'say'.

  • End with an 'n' sound, lifting the tongue to the roof of the mouth.

Common Mistakes

  • rain (reign)

  • wrain (reign)

  • rein (reign)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'r' sound by curling the tongue.

  • Follow with a long 'ay' vowel, like in 'say'.

  • End with an 'n' sound, lifting the tongue to the roof of the mouth.

common mistakes

  • rain (reign)

  • wrain (reign)

  • rein (reign)

FAQ

How many syllables are in 'reign'?

It has one syllable.

Is 'reign' pronounced the same as 'rain'?

Yes, they are homophones.

Do I pronounce the 'g' in 'reign'?

No, the 'g' is silent.

Definition

reign

To rule over an area as a king or queen.

Word Family

rain

/reɪn/

noun/verb

Water falling from the sky.

Example: The rain is heavy.

rein

/reɪn/

noun

Control someone or something.

Example: Hold the horse's rein.

sovereign

/ˈsɒv.rɪn/

noun

A supreme ruler.

Example: The sovereign will speak.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Sounds the same as 'rain'

Sounds the same as 'rein'

'Sovereign' is two syllables and has a different vowel.

Pro Tips

Homophone Alert

'Reign', 'rain', and 'rein' sound the same. Use context to understand them.

Silent Letters

Remember, the 'g' in 'reign' is silent. Do not pronounce it.

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