How to pronounce "recoil"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "recoil"

Learn how to break down "recoil" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈɹiːkɔɪl/
/ɹɪˈkɔɪl/
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IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

R IY0 K OY1 L
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "recoil"

Pronunciation: /ˈɹiːkɔɪl/

Noun

  • A starting or falling back; a rebound; a shrinking.
    Example: "the recoil of nature, or of the blood"
  • The state or condition of having recoiled.
  • The energy transmitted back to the shooter from a firearm which has fired. Recoil is a function of the weight of the weapon, the weight of the projectile, and the speed at which it leaves the muzzle.
  • An escapement in which, after each beat, the scape-wheel recoils slightly.

Verb

  • To pull back, especially in disgust, horror or astonishment.
    Example: "He recoiled in disgust when he saw the mess."
  • To retreat before an opponent.
  • To retire, withdraw.
  • (of a firearm) To quickly push back when fired

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