How to Pronounce Instructs

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

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Syllables

9

Letters

INSTR-ucts

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💡 Tip for remembering “instructs”

"instructs" has 2 syllables: instr-ucts. It rhymes with aqueducts and obstructs, if that helps it stick.

What does instructs mean?

verb

  1. To teach by giving instructions.

    “Listen carefully when someone instructs you how to assemble the furniture.”

  2. To tell (someone) what they must or should do.

    “The doctor instructed me to keep my arm immobilised and begin physiotherapy.”

Synonyms

commanddirectordereducateguide

Words that rhyme with instructs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aqueductsobstructsdeductsductsabductsconductsconstructsdestructs

Related words

learnteachappriseapprizeinstructiondirectionsapplicationrequest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "instructs"?▾

"Instructs" has 2 syllables: instr · ucts.

What does "instructs" mean?▾

Instructs: To teach by giving instructions.

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