How to Pronounce "retainer"
word
/ɹiˈteɪnɝ/
ri-TAY-nur
/ɹɪtˈeɪnɐ/
ri-TAY-nuh
Definition
A retainer is either a dental device used to keep teeth in position after braces, or an upfront payment paid to secure someone’s services for future work.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈteɪnɝ/
British English
/ɹɪtˈeɪnɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-TAY-nur
UK
ri-TAY-nuh
Listen in Context
My dentist gave me a retainer after I got my braces off.
The lawyer asked for a retainer before starting the case.
You need to wear your retainer every night.
She left her retainer at home and panicked before her orthodontist appointment.