How to Pronounce Retooled

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

RET-ool-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “retooled”

"retooled" has 3 syllables: ret-ool-ed. It rhymes with ridiculed and drooled, if that helps it stick.

What does retooled mean?

verb

  1. To adjust; to optimize; to rebuild.

    “He decided it was time to retool last year's marketing brochure.”

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Words that rhyme with retooled

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ridiculeddrooledruledcooledschooledtooledgouldsupercooledfooledpooledwooldspooled

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revisereworkedoverhauledrevampedredesignedremodelledrefashionedreworking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retooled"?▾

"Retooled" has 3 syllables: ret · ool · ed.

What does "retooled" mean?▾

Retooled: To adjust; to optimize; to rebuild.

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