How to Pronounce "rewire"
word
ɹiˈwaɪɝ
ree-WY-er
ɹɪwˈaɪə
rih-WY-uh
Definition
To replace or change the electrical wiring of something, like a house or device. It can also mean to change the way someone thinks or how their brain works.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈwaɪɝ
British English
ɹɪwˈaɪə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-WY-er
UK
rih-WY-uh
Listen in Context
The electrician will rewire the kitchen for safety.
We need to rewire the old house because the wires are damaged.
They had to rewire the phone system after the storm.
Sometimes you need to rewire your brain to change bad habits.