How to Pronounce Reduced

To pronounce "reduced", say RED-uc-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈdjuːst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɹɪˈdjuːst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reduced”

"reduced" has 3 syllables: red-uc-ed. It rhymes with boost and roost, if that helps it stick.

What does reduced mean?

verb

To bring down the size, quantity, quality, value or intensity of something; to diminish, to lower.
“to reduce weight, speed, heat, expenses, price, personnel etc.”
To lose weight.

adjective

Made smaller or less; having undergone reduction.
“the reduced prices in a summer sale”
Discounted in price.
“the reduced goods at the sale”

Synonyms

inspissate cut decrease lower

Antonyms

increase

Words that rhyme with reduced

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

boost roost induced introduced deduced reproduced dooced goosed sluiced noosed reintroduced juiced

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reduced"?▾

"Reduced" has 3 syllables: red · uc · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "reduced"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reduced" is /ɹɪˈdjuːst/.

What does "reduced" mean?▾

Reduced: To bring down the size, quantity, quality, value or intensity of something; to diminish, to lower.

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