retire

verb

How many syllables in retire?

There are 2 syllables in the word retire.

See more 2-syllable verbs

Divide retire into syllables:

re · tire

How to pronounce retire:

Definition of retire:

retire (verb):: to withdraw from action or danger retreat; go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position.; to give up or to cause (a person) to give up work, esp. on reaching pensionable age

Synonyms for retire:

be pensioned off

be put out to grass

bed

bow out

bunk

crash

doss (down)

doze

drop off

give up work

hit the hay

hit the sack

leave office

lie (down)

nap

nod

perch

quit

reach retirement age

resign

roost

settle

sleep

stop working

superannuate

Show 2 more

Antonyms for retire:

allow

appoint

apprentice

assign

assume

bring on board

commission

contract

contract for

employ

engage

enlist

enrol

enroll

fix

guard

have in employment

hire

hold

include

increase

indenture

instal

install

Show 27 more

Other 2-syllable words like retire

Here are some other common words that have 2 syllables, like retire does.

See all 2-syllable words

Syllable Quiz

How many syllables in the word polyuria?

Question 1 of 5

Syllable Fun Fact

Syllable counting exercises are a common tool in English phonics education, aiding in reading fluency and spelling.

You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!

Learn more syllable fun facts

Trending words

These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.