How to Pronounce "retreated"
word
ɹiˈtɹitəd/, /ɹiˈtɹitɪd
ri-TREE-tid
ɹɪtɹˈiːtɪd
ri-TREE-tid
Definition
Moved back or away from a place, especially to escape danger or after a defeat. It can also mean pulling back from a difficult situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈtɹitəd/, /ɹiˈtɹitɪd
British English
ɹɪtɹˈiːtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-TREE-tid
UK
ri-TREE-tid
Listen in Context
The soldiers retreated when the enemy advanced.
After losing the match, the team retreated to the locker room.
She retreated into her room to read.
He felt embarrassed and retreated from the conversation.