erect

/ɪˈrɛkt/

Syllables e·rect

Stress e-RECT

Phonics Breakdown

e

/ɪ/

short vowel

rect

/rɛkt/

consonant blend

Meaning

to build or stand something upright; upright or vertical

Sound Reference

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e=/ɪ/(effect) + rect=/rɛkt/(rectangle)

Example

They plan to erect a new building next year.