How to Pronounce "repossess"
word
ˌɹipəˈzɛs
ree-puh-ZESS
ɹɪpəzˈɛs
ri-puh-ZESS
Definition
To take back property, usually a car or house, because the person who bought it did not pay as agreed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹipəˈzɛs
British English
ɹɪpəzˈɛs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-puh-ZESS
UK
ri-puh-ZESS
Listen in Context
The bank will repossess the car if you do not pay the loan.
They had to repossess the house because the owner stopped making payments.
If you miss three payments, they might repossess your furniture.
They sent a letter saying they're going to repossess my car next week.