How to Pronounce "tempt to do"
expression
ˈtɛmpt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈdu
TEMPT-tuh-DOO
tˈɛmpt/ /tˈuː/ /dʉː
TEMPT-TOO-DOO
Definition
To make someone want to do something, usually something wrong or not planned. It often describes a strong feeling that makes it difficult to resist doing something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛmpt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈdu
British English
tˈɛmpt/ /tˈuː/ /dʉː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEMPT-tuh-DOO
UK
TEMPT-TOO-DOO
Listen in Context
Bad friends can tempt you to do things you regret.
She was tempted to skip her homework and watch TV.
Too much money can tempt people to do dishonest things.
I was tempted to say something, but I kept quiet.