How to Pronounce Retinue

To pronounce "retinue", say RET-in-ue — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɛt.ɪ.njuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹɛt.ɪ.njuː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “retinue”

"retinue" has 3 syllables: ret-in-ue. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does retinue mean?

noun

  1. A group of servants or attendants, especially of someone considered important.

    “the queen’s retinues”

  2. A group of warriors or nobles accompanying a king or other leader; comitatus.

Words that rhyme with retinue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retinue"?▾

"Retinue" has 3 syllables: ret · in · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "retinue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "retinue" is /ˈɹɛt.ɪ.njuː/.

What does "retinue" mean?▾

Retinue: A group of servants or attendants, especially of someone considered important.

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