Pronunciation: [wɒz ɹɪdjˈuːst tuː] (IPA) 
The phrase "was reduced to" is spelled as /wəz rɪˈdjuːst tuː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable "was" is pronounced with a schwa vowel sound followed by a voiced /z/ consonant sound. The second syllable "reduced" is pronounced with a stressed /rɪˈdjuːst/ with a diphthong /juː/ and a final /st/ cluster sound. The preposition "to" is pronounced as /tuː/ with a long /uː/ vowel sound.
"Was reduced to" is a phrase that is used to describe a situation where something or someone has experienced a significant decline, deterioration, or loss of status, value, size, importance, or ability. It indicates a decrease or transformation from a previous state or level to a less favorable or diminished condition.
This phrase can be applied to both physical and abstract concepts. For instance, in a physical sense, it can refer to an object or amount being decreased in size, quantity, or intensity. For example, "The company's profits were reduced to half of what they were last year" means that the company's earnings dropped significantly compared to the previous year.
In an abstract sense, "was reduced to" can be used to describe a decline in prestige, power, or capability. For instance, "After the scandal, the politician's reputation was reduced to nothing" suggests that the politician's standing in the eyes of the public drastically deteriorated, resulting in them losing their credibility and influence.
Overall, "was reduced to" is a way of expressing a decline or downfall from a previous state or position to a lesser or unfavorable one, often indicating a significant loss or weakening in various aspects.
