How to Pronounce Retell

To pronounce "retell", say RET-ell — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹiˈtɛl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹiˈtɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “retell”

"retell" has 2 syllables: ret-ell. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does retell mean?

verb

  1. To tell again, often differently, what one has read or heard; to paraphrase.

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Words that rhyme with retell

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

ingeminatereiteraterepeatrestaterecitefictionalizeiteraterehearse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retell"?▾

"Retell" has 2 syllables: ret · ell.

What is the IPA transcription of "retell"?▾

The IPA transcription of "retell" is /ɹiˈtɛl/.

What does "retell" mean?▾

Retell: To tell again, often differently, what one has read or heard; to paraphrase.

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