To pronounce "retrenched", say RETR-ench-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
retrenched
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RETR-ench-ed
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"retrenched" has 3 syllables: retr-ench-ed. It rhymes with drenched and clenched, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Retrenched" has 3 syllables: retr · ench · ed.
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