To pronounce "retirees", say RET-ir-ees — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"retirees" has 3 syllables: ret-ir-ees. It rhymes with seize and appease, if that helps it stick.
noun
“He has been a retiree since 2001.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Retirees" has 3 syllables: ret · ir · ees.
Retirees: Someone who has retired from active working.
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