How to Pronounce Constructed

To pronounce "constructed", say CONSTR-uct-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈstɹʌktəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/kənˈstɹʌktəd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “constructed”

"constructed" has 3 syllables: constr-uct-ed. It rhymes with conducted and obstructed, if that helps it stick.

What does constructed mean?

verb

To build or form (something) by assembling parts.
“We constructed the radio from spares.”
To build (a sentence, an argument, etc.) by arranging words or ideas.
“A sentence may be constructed with a subject, verb and object.”

Synonyms

assemble build form make produce put together

Antonyms

destroy disassemble dismantle ruin take apart wreck

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Words that rhyme with constructed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conducted obstructed instructed abducted unobstructed reconstructed inducted deducted destructed unreconstructed fructed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "constructed"?▾

"Constructed" has 3 syllables: constr · uct · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "constructed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "constructed" is /kənˈstɹʌktəd/.

What does "constructed" mean?▾

Constructed: To build or form (something) by assembling parts.

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