How to Pronounce Duties

To pronounce "duties", say DUT-ies — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdjuːtiz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈdjuːtiz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “duties

"duties" has 2 syllables: dut-ies. It rhymes with cutis and bootees, if that helps it stick.

What does duties mean?

noun

  1. That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.

    We don't have a duty to keep you here.

  2. The state of being at work and responsible for or doing a particular task.

    I’m on duty from 6 pm to 6 am.

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Words that rhyme with duties

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duties"?

"Duties" has 2 syllables: dut · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "duties"?

The IPA transcription of "duties" is /ˈdjuːtiz/.

What does "duties" mean?

Duties: That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.

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