How to pronounce retyre
Say it like ree-TIRE. Retyre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIRE).
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- ree
- TIRE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Retyre 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.
- TIRESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of retyre
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ree-TY-uh.
What does retyre mean?
- To fit (a vehicle) with new tyres.
Where does retyre come from?
From re- + tyre.
Words that rhyme with retyre
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of retyre.
Words that sound like retyre
Questions about saying retyre
How do you pronounce retyre?
Say ree-TIRE. The American pronunciation is /riˈtaɪr/. In British English it is /riːˈtaɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in retyre?
Retyre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIRE). Broken into parts: ree · TIRE.
Is retyre pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /riːˈtaɪə/ (ree-TY-uh).
What words sound the same as retyre?
Retyre sounds the same as retire in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.