How to Pronounce Aqueduct

To pronounce "aqueduct", say AQ-ued-uct — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæk.wɪˌdʌkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæk.wɪˌdʌkt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “aqueduct”

"aqueduct" has 3 syllables: aq-ued-uct. It rhymes with conduct and construct, if that helps it stick.

What does aqueduct mean?

noun

  1. An artificial channel that is constructed to convey water from one location to another.
  2. A structure carrying water over a river or depression, especially in regards to ancient aqueducts.

Words that rhyme with aqueduct

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conductconstructobstructinductinstructabductductreconstructdeductchuckedduckedplucked

Related words

waterworkswatercourseplumbingpipelinewaterwaywatertubemain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aqueduct"?▾

"Aqueduct" has 3 syllables: aq · ued · uct.

What is the IPA transcription of "aqueduct"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aqueduct" is /ˈæk.wɪˌdʌkt/.

What does "aqueduct" mean?▾

Aqueduct: An artificial channel that is constructed to convey water from one location to another.

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