How to Pronounce "retain"
word
/ɹiˈteɪn/
ri-TAYN
/ɹɪtˈeɪn/
ri-TAYN
Definition
To keep something or continue to have it, especially over a period of time. It can also mean remembering information.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈteɪn/
British English
/ɹɪtˈeɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-TAYN
UK
ri-TAYN
Listen in Context
You should retain this receipt for your records.
The company wants to retain skilled employees.
Plants retain water in their leaves.
I can't always retain all the facts from my classes.