How to Pronounce Outdo

To pronounce "outdo", say OUTD-o — 2 syllables, IPA /aʊtˈdu/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/aʊtˈdu/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outdo”

"outdo" has 2 syllables: outd-o. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does outdo mean?

verb

  1. To excel; go beyond in performance; surpass.

Synonyms

outperformoutrival

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Words that rhyme with outdo

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blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

outmatchsurpassoutstripexceedsurmountbestoutgooutflank

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outdo"?▾

"Outdo" has 2 syllables: outd · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "outdo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outdo" is /aʊtˈdu/.

What does "outdo" mean?▾

Outdo: To excel; go beyond in performance; surpass.

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