How to Pronounce "retardation"
word
ɹitɑɹˈdeɪʃən
ree-tar-DAY-shun
ɹɪtɑːdˈeɪʃən
ri-tahd-DAY-shun
Definition
The process or action of slowing down or delaying something. It was formerly used to refer to learning disabilities, but this usage is now considered outdated and offensive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹitɑɹˈdeɪʃən
British English
ɹɪtɑːdˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-tar-DAY-shun
UK
ri-tahd-DAY-shun
Listen in Context
The scientist measured the retardation of the chemical reaction.
The brakes cause retardation of the car's speed.
There was a retardation in project development due to lack of funds.
We're noticing significant retardation in data transfer lately.