How to Pronounce “distribute”

American (US)

/dɪˈstɹɪbjut/

British (UK)

/dɪˈstɹɪbjuːt/

Australian (AU)

/dɪˈstɹɪbjʉːt/

verb — To divide into portions and dispense.

Example: He distributed the bread amongst his followers.

The final e is silent. The transcription /dɪˈstɹɪbjut/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “distribute” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “distribute” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /dɪˈstɹɪbjut/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "distribute" mean?

distribute (verb): To divide into portions and dispense. For example — He distributed the bread amongst his followers.

How do you pronounce "distribute" in American vs British English?

American English: /dɪˈstɹɪbjut/. British English: /dɪˈstɹɪbjuːt/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "distribute"?

/dɪˈstɹɪbjut/ in American English, /dɪˈstɹɪbjuːt/ in British English, /dɪˈstɹɪbjʉːt/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "distribute"?

“distribute” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /dɪˈstɹɪbjut/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.