How to Pronounce Retrieval

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

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RETR-iev-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “retrieval”

"retrieval" has 3 syllables: retr-iev-al. It rhymes with evil and upheaval, if that helps it stick.

What does retrieval mean?

noun

  1. The act of retrieving or something retrieved
  2. The operation of accessing data, either from memory or from a storage device

Words that rhyme with retrieval

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Related words

recoveryretrievingrecoverretrievereclaimrecuperationreturnrecovering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retrieval"?▾

"Retrieval" has 3 syllables: retr · iev · al.

What does "retrieval" mean?▾

Retrieval: The act of retrieving or something retrieved

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