How to Pronounce Withdrew

To pronounce "withdrew", say WITHDR-ew — 2 syllables, IPA /wɪð.dɹu/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/wɪð.dɹu/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “withdrew”

"withdrew" has 2 syllables: withdr-ew. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does withdrew 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 withdrew

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blue slew subdue pursue true view construe hitherto eschew purview imbue coo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "withdrew"?▾

"Withdrew" has 2 syllables: withdr · ew.

What is the IPA transcription of "withdrew"?▾

The IPA transcription of "withdrew" is /wɪð.dɹu/.

What does "withdrew" mean?▾

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

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