word
regatta
rih-GAT-uh
rɪˈɡætəListen
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Syllable breakdown
regatta
Sounds like
Say 'rih-GAT-uh'.
Dictionary meaning
A sporting event consisting of a series of boat or yacht races.
History and origin
Italian/Venetian — 'regata' (strife, contest).
Examples
- Henley Royal Regatta is one of the most famous social and sporting events of the English summer season.
Common mispronunciations
REG-uh-tuhrih-GAH-tuh
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