How to Pronounce "construct"
word
/ˈkɑnstɹəkt/, /kənˈstɹəkt/
KAHN-struhkt, kuhn-STRUHKT
/ˈkɒn.stɹʌkt/
KON-struhkt
Definition
To build or create something, especially buildings or structures. It can also mean to form or put together ideas, theories, or arguments.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑnstɹəkt/, /kənˈstɹəkt/
British English
/ˈkɒn.stɹʌkt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-struhkt, kuhn-STRUHKT
UK
KON-struhkt
Listen in Context
Workers will construct a new bridge over the river.
He likes to construct models of airplanes.
The company will construct a new office building next year.
It's important to construct a strong argument before the debate.