How to pronounce induct
Say it like in-DUHKT. Induct has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DUHKT).
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- in
- DUHKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Induct 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.
- DUHKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of induct
American and British speakers say induct in essentially the same way: /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/ in the US and /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-DUHKT.
What does induct mean?
- To bring in as a member; to make a part of.“Franklin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, the first female inductee […]”
- To formally or ceremoniously install in an office, position, etc.“It is my pleasure to induct the new Officers for this coming term.”
- To introduce into (particularly if certain knowledge or experience is required, such as ritual adulthood or cults).“She was inducted into the ways of the legal profession.”
Where does induct come from?
Originated 1350–1400 from Middle English induct, borrowed from Latin inductus, perfect passive participle of indūcō, equivalent to induce + -tus (past participle suffix).
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Questions about saying induct
How do you pronounce induct?
Say in-DUHKT. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/. In British English it is /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in induct?
Induct has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DUHKT). Broken into parts: in · DUHKT.
Do Americans and Brits say induct the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/ and the British form is /ˌɪnˈdʌkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.