How to pronounce retiree
Say it like ree-ty-REE. Retiree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REE).
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- ree
- ty
- REE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Retiree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- tyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of retiree
- American English uses 3 syllables and British English 4.
British respelling: ruh-TY-uh-ee.
What does retiree mean?
- Someone who has retired from active working.“He has been a retiree since 2001.”
Where does retiree come from?
From retire + -ee.
Words that rhyme with retiree
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of retiree.
Questions about saying retiree
How do you pronounce retiree?
Say ree-ty-REE. The American pronunciation is /riˌtaɪˈri/. In British English it is /rəˈtaɪəˌiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in retiree?
Retiree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REE). Broken into parts: ree · ty · REE.
Is retiree pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 3 syllables and British English 4. The British form is /rəˈtaɪəˌiː/ (ruh-TY-uh-ee).