How to pronounce traduce
Say it like truh-DOOS. Traduce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOOS).
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- truh
- DOOS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Traduce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DOOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of traduce
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: truh-DYOOS.
What does traduce mean?
- To malign a person or entity by making malicious and false or defamatory statements.
Where does traduce come from?
From Latin trādūcō (“carry over; lead as a spectacle, dishonor”), from trāns + dūcō (“to lead”).
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Questions about saying traduce
How do you pronounce traduce?
Say truh-DOOS. The American pronunciation is /trəˈdus/. In British English it is /trəˈdjuːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in traduce?
Traduce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOOS). Broken into parts: truh · DOOS.
Is traduce 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 /trəˈdjuːs/ (truh-DYOOS).