How to Pronounce Retching

To pronounce "retching", say RETCH-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

RETCH-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “retching”

"retching" has 2 syllables: retch-ing. It rhymes with fetching and stretching, if that helps it stick.

What does retching mean?

verb

  1. To make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; to strain, as in vomiting.

verb

  1. To reck

verb

  1. To reach

Words that rhyme with retching

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fetchingstretchingsketchingfletching

Related words

disgorgeregorgepukevomitupchuckregurgitatebarfspew

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retching"?▾

"Retching" has 2 syllables: retch · ing.

What does "retching" mean?▾

Retching: To make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; to strain, as in vomiting.

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