How to Pronounce Destruct

To pronounce "destruct", say DESTR-uct — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

DESTR-uct

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💡 Tip for remembering “destruct”

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

What does destruct mean?

verb

  1. To intentionally cause the destruction of.
  2. To self-destruct.

Synonyms

destroy

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Words that rhyme with destruct

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conductconstructobstructinductinstructabductductaqueductreconstructdeductchuckedducked

Related words

ruindestroydestorydemolishstroyconsumedesecrateblow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "destruct"?▾

"Destruct" has 2 syllables: destr · uct.

What does "destruct" mean?▾

Destruct: To intentionally cause the destruction of.

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