To pronounce "retired", say RET-ir-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
retired
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RET-ir-ed
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"retired" has 3 syllables: ret-ir-ed. It rhymes with inquired and tired, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Retired" has 3 syllables: ret · ir · ed.
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