How to Pronounce "react"
word
/ɹiˈækt/
ree-AKT
/ɹɪˈækt/
ree-AKT
Definition
To respond to something that happens, is said, or is felt. It can describe an emotional response, a physical response, or the way substances change when they come into contact.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈækt/
British English
/ɹɪˈækt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-AKT
UK
ree-AKT
Listen in Context
How did she react to the news?
Some people react badly to cold weather.
These two chemicals react quickly.
Try not to react too fast — hear the whole story first.