How to Pronounce Deduct

To pronounce "deduct", say DED-uct — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪˈdʊkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɪˈdʊkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deduct”

"deduct" has 2 syllables: ded-uct. It rhymes with conduct and construct, if that helps it stick.

What does deduct mean?

verb

  1. To take one thing from another; remove from; make smaller by some amount.

    “I will deduct the cost of the can of peas from the money I owe you.”

Words that rhyme with deduct

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conductconstructobstructinductinstructabductductaqueductreconstructchuckedduckedplucked

Related words

subtractwithholdrecoupinferdeducederivedeductionrestrain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deduct"?▾

"Deduct" has 2 syllables: ded · uct.

What is the IPA transcription of "deduct"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deduct" is /dɪˈdʊkt/.

What does "deduct" mean?▾

Deduct: To take one thing from another; remove from; make smaller by some amount.

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