How to Pronounce "deduction"
word
/dɪˈdəkʃən/
di-DUK-shun
/dɪdˈʌkʃən/
di-DUK-shun
Definition
A deduction is a conclusion you reach based on facts or evidence, or an amount that is subtracted from a total, such as part of your salary for taxes.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈdəkʃən/
British English
/dɪdˈʌkʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-DUK-shun
UK
di-DUK-shun
Listen in Context
The accountant explained the deduction from my paycheck.
With careful thinking, she made a smart deduction about the problem.
You can get a tax deduction for donating to charity.
His deduction was spot-on—she really did leave early.