How to pronounce retent
Say it like rih-TENT. Retent has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TENT).
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- rih
- TENT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Retent pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TENTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of retent
American and British speakers say retent in essentially the same way: /rɪˈtɛnt/ in the US and /rɪˈtɛnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: rih-TENT.
What does retent mean?
- That which is retained.
Where does retent come from?
From Latin retentum, from retentus, perfect passive participle of retineō.
Words that rhyme with retent
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of retent.
Questions about saying retent
How do you pronounce retent?
Say rih-TENT. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈtɛnt/. In British English it is /rɪˈtɛnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in retent?
Retent has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TENT). Broken into parts: rih · TENT.
Do Americans and Brits say retent the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rɪˈtɛnt/ and the British form is /rɪˈtɛnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.