How to Pronounce Withdraw

To pronounce "withdraw", say WITHDR-aw — 2 syllables, IPA /wɪðˈdɹɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/wɪðˈdɹɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “withdraw”

"withdraw" has 2 syllables: withdr-aw. It rhymes with guffaw and draw, if that helps it stick.

What does withdraw mean?

verb

To pull (something) back, aside, or away.
To stop talking to, or interacting with, other people and start thinking thoughts that are not related to what is happening around.

Synonyms

recant unsay

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Words that rhyme with withdraw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffaw draw raw flaw claw chutzpah law paw blah jaw gnaw straw

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "withdraw"?▾

"Withdraw" has 2 syllables: withdr · aw.

What is the IPA transcription of "withdraw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "withdraw" is /wɪðˈdɹɔː/.

What does "withdraw" mean?▾

Withdraw: To pull (something) back, aside, or away.

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