To pronounce "retroactivity", say RETR-oact-iv-ity — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
retroactivity
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RETR-oact-iv-ity
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"retroactivity" has 4 syllables: retr-oact-iv-ity. It rhymes with proclivity and activity, if that helps it stick.
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"Retroactivity" has 4 syllables: retr · oact · iv · ity.
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