How to pronounce depute
Say it like dih-PYOOT. Depute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PYOOT).
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- dih
- PYOOT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Depute pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PYOOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of depute
American and British speakers say depute in essentially the same way: /dɪˈpjut/ in the US and /dɪˈpjuːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-PYOOT.
What does depute mean?
- To delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
- To deputize (someone), to appoint as deputy.
- To appoint; to assign; to choose.
- A deputy.
Where does depute come from?
From French députer, from Latin deputo.
Words that rhyme with depute
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of depute.
Questions about saying depute
How do you pronounce depute?
Say dih-PYOOT. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈpjut/. In British English it is /dɪˈpjuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in depute?
Depute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PYOOT). Broken into parts: dih · PYOOT.
Do Americans and Brits say depute the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈpjut/ and the British form is /dɪˈpjuːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.