How to Pronounce Draught

To pronounce "draught", say DRAFT — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɹæft/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

7

Letters

/ˈdɹæft/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dɹˈɑːft/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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"draught" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat.

What does draught mean?

noun

  1. Alternative form of draft in some of its senses.
  2. A checker: a game piece used in the game of draughts.

adjective

  1. Alternative spelling of draft

verb

  1. Alternative spelling of draft.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "draught"?▾

To pronounce "draught", say DRAFT — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɹæft/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "draught"?▾

"Draught" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "draught"?▾

The IPA transcription of "draught" is /ˈdɹæft/.

What does "draught" mean?▾

Draught: Alternative form of draft in some of its senses.

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