How to Pronounce Retractions

To pronounce "retractions", say RETR-act-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

RETR-act-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “retractions”

"retractions" has 3 syllables: retr-act-ions.

What does retractions mean?

noun

  1. An act or instance of retracting.
  2. A statement printed or broadcast in a public forum which effects the withdrawal of an earlier assertion, and which concedes that the earlier assertion was in error.

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How many syllables are in "retractions"?▾

"Retractions" has 3 syllables: retr · act · ions.

What does "retractions" mean?▾

Retractions: An act or instance of retracting.

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