How to pronounce retroflector
Say it like RET-ruh-flek-ter. Retroflector has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RET).
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- RET
- ruh
- flek
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Retroflector pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- flekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of retroflector
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RET-ruh-flek-tuh.
What does retroflector mean?
- retroreflector
Where does retroflector come from?
From retroreflector, by haplology.
Questions about saying retroflector
How do you pronounce retroflector?
Say RET-ruh-flek-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛtrəˌflɛktər/. In British English it is /ˈrɛtrəˌflɛktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in retroflector?
Retroflector has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RET). Broken into parts: RET · ruh · flek · ter.
Is retroflector pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈrɛtrəˌflɛktə/ (RET-ruh-flek-tuh).