How to Pronounce "retrofitting"
word
ˈɹɛtɹoʊˌfɪtɪŋ
RET-roh-FIT-ing
ɹˌɛtɹəʊfˈɪt
ret-roh-FIT-ing
Definition
Retrofitting is the process of adding new technology or features to older buildings, machines, or systems to improve or update them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛtɹoʊˌfɪtɪŋ
British English
ɹˌɛtɹəʊfˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RET-roh-FIT-ing
UK
ret-roh-FIT-ing
Listen in Context
The company is retrofitting old buses with electric engines.
Retrofitting can make old buildings safer during earthquakes.
They are retrofitting the office to improve energy efficiency.
After retrofitting, the school building finally met all modern safety codes.