How to pronounce retractable
Say it like ree-TRAK-tuh-bul. Retractable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TRAK).
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- ree
- TRAK
- tuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Retractable 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.
- TRAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of retractable
American and British speakers say retractable in essentially the same way: /riˈtræktəbəl/ in the US and /riˈtræktəbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-TRAK-tuh-bul.
What does retractable mean?
- Capable of being retracted; retractile.
- A retractable pen.
Where does retractable come from?
From retract + -able.
Words that rhyme with retractable
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of retractable.
Questions about saying retractable
How do you pronounce retractable?
Say ree-TRAK-tuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /riˈtræktəbəl/. In British English it is /riˈtræktəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in retractable?
Retractable has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TRAK). Broken into parts: ree · TRAK · tuh · bul.
Do Americans and Brits say retractable the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈtræktəbəl/ and the British form is /riˈtræktəbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.