pronunciations-of-requiem

The word “requiem” is often pronounced incorrectly. Some people say “rek-wee-em” while others say “ree-kwee-em.” The correct pronunciation is actually “rek-wi-em.” The word comes from the Latin phrase “requiem aeternam,” which means “eternal rest.” It is a term used to refer to a mass for the dead or to a piece of music that is … Read more