How to Pronounce Retort

To pronounce "retort", say RET-ort — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈtɔːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹɪˈtɔːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “retort”

"retort" has 2 syllables: ret-ort. It rhymes with snort and support, if that helps it stick.

What does retort mean?

noun

  1. A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback.

verb

  1. To say something sharp or witty in answer to a remark or accusation.
  2. To make a remark which reverses an argument upon its originator; to return, as an argument, accusation, censure, or incivility.

    “to retort the charge of vanity”

Synonyms

back answercomebackrejoinder

Words that rhyme with retort

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snortsupportthwartshortcourtdistortreportescortpurportexhortportresort

Related words

returncomebackrejoinrepayrejoinderriposteresponsereply

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retort"?▾

"Retort" has 2 syllables: ret · ort.

What is the IPA transcription of "retort"?▾

The IPA transcription of "retort" is /ɹɪˈtɔːt/.

What does "retort" mean?▾

Retort: A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback.

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