How to Pronounce "reputed to"
expression
ɹipˈjutɪd/, /ɹɪpˈjutɪd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
ri-PYOO-tid too, ri-PYOO-tid tuh
ɹɪpjˈuːtɪd/ /tˈuː
ri-PYOO-tid too
Definition
Used when talking about something people believe or claim to be true, especially when there is no definite proof. Often introduces information based on reputation, not direct experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹipˈjutɪd/, /ɹɪpˈjutɪd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
ɹɪpjˈuːtɪd/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-PYOO-tid too, ri-PYOO-tid tuh
UK
ri-PYOO-tid too
Listen in Context
The town is reputed to have the oldest library in the country.
She is reputed to be very wise.
This fruit is reputed to help with digestion.
He’s reputed to own five houses, but nobody really knows for sure.