How to Pronounce Destructing

To pronounce "destructing", say DESTR-uct-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

DESTR-uct-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “destructing”

"destructing" has 3 syllables: destr-uct-ing. It rhymes with constructing and reconstructing, if that helps it stick.

What does destructing mean?

verb

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

Synonyms

destroy

Words that rhyme with destructing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

constructingreconstructingconductingobstructingabductingductingdeductinginstructingsuperconducting

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "destructing"?▾

"Destructing" has 3 syllables: destr · uct · ing.

What does "destructing" mean?▾

Destructing: To intentionally cause the destruction of.

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