The spelling of the word "Rerefief" may seem unusual, but it follows English phonetic rules. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈriː.rɪf.iːf. The "re" in "rerefief" gives emphasis to the initial syllable and is pronounced as /rɪ:/, followed by the stressed syllable "ref" /rɛf/. The second "e" creates a diphthong /i:/, followed by the final "f" sound /f/. Despite its uncommon spelling, "rerefief" is a legitimate word, meaning the act of relieving someone again or providing relief again.