How to Pronounce Retires

To pronounce "retires", say RET-ir-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

RET-ir-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “retires”

"retires" has 3 syllables: ret-ir-es. It rhymes with friars and desires, if that helps it stick.

What does retires mean?

verb

  1. To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

    “Having made a large fortune, he retired.”

  2. (sometimes reflexive) To withdraw; to take away.

verb

  1. To fit (a vehicle) with new tires.

Words that rhyme with retires

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

friarsdesiresinquirestranspirespliersfiresacquiresgyresrequireschoirsdriershomebuyers

Related words

withdrawadjournretreatrecede

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retires"?▾

"Retires" has 3 syllables: ret · ir · es.

What does "retires" mean?▾

Retires: To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

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