How to Pronounce "construe"
word
kənˈstɹu
kuhn-STROO
kənstɹˈuː
kuhn-STROO
Definition
To understand or explain the meaning of something, especially words, statements, or actions, often in a particular way.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈstɹu
British English
kənstɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-STROO
UK
kuhn-STROO
Listen in Context
How do you construe his silence?
His words can be construed as a threat.
Please do not construe this as criticism.
That comment could easily be construed the wrong way if you're not careful.