How to Pronounce Retract

To pronounce "retract", say RETR-act — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹəˈtɹækt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɹəˈtɹækt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “retract”

"retract" has 2 syllables: retr-act. It rhymes with abstract and impact, if that helps it stick.

What does retract mean?

verb

To pull back inside.
“An airplane retracts its wheels for flight.”
To draw back; to draw up.
“A cat can retract its claws.”

Synonyms

take back withcall withdraw

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Words that rhyme with retract

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abstract impact compact act contract enact contact counteract extract exact artifact tract

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retract"?▾

"Retract" has 2 syllables: retr · act.

What is the IPA transcription of "retract"?▾

The IPA transcription of "retract" is /ɹəˈtɹækt/.

What does "retract" mean?▾

Retract: To pull back inside.

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