How to Pronounce Recede

To pronounce "recede", say REC-ed-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɨˈsiːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹɨˈsiːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “recede”

"recede" has 3 syllables: rec-ed-e. It rhymes with accede and concede, if that helps it stick.

What does recede mean?

verb

  1. To move back; to retreat; to withdraw.
  2. To cede back; to grant or yield again to a former possessor.

    “to recede conquered territory”

Synonyms

withdraw

Words that rhyme with recede

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accedeconcedeimpedecedeleadheedprecedeneedseedsupersedesucceedgreed

Related words

retreatwithdrawretirelose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "recede"?▾

"Recede" has 3 syllables: rec · ed · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "recede"?▾

The IPA transcription of "recede" is /ɹɨˈsiːd/.

What does "recede" mean?▾

Recede: To move back; to retreat; to withdraw.

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