How to pronounce induced
Say it like in-DOOST. Induced has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOOST).
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- in
- DOOST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Induced pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- DOOSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of induced
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: in-DYOOST.
What does induced mean?
- brought about or caused; not spontaneous“a case of steroid-induced weakness”
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Words that rhyme with induced
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Questions about saying induced
How do you pronounce induced?
Say in-DOOST. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈdust/. In British English it is /ɪnˈdjuːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in induced?
Induced has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOOST). Broken into parts: in · DOOST.
Is induced pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ɪnˈdjuːst/ (in-DYOOST).