How to Pronounce "destroys"
word
/dɪˈstɹɔɪz/
di-STROYZ
/dɪstɹˈɔɪz/
di-STROYZ
Definition
Causes something to cease to exist by damaging it beyond repair, or ruins something completely. Third-person singular present tense of "destroy."
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈstɹɔɪz/
British English
/dɪstɹˈɔɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-STROYZ
UK
di-STROYZ
Listen in Context
Fire destroys everything in its path.
Pollution destroys natural habitats.
Lying destroys trust between people.
One careless mistake destroys months of careful planning.