How to Pronounce "misdirection"
word
ˌmɪsdəˈrɛkʃən
miss-duh-REK-shun
mɪsdaɪɹˈɛkʃən
miss-dy-REK-shun
Definition
Misdirection means causing someone to focus on the wrong thing or go in the wrong direction, often used when someone is distracted on purpose to hide the real action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɪsdəˈrɛkʃən
British English
mɪsdaɪɹˈɛkʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
miss-duh-REK-shun
UK
miss-dy-REK-shun
Listen in Context
The magician used misdirection to hide the coin.
The team failed because of misdirection in the plan.
Good misdirection can trick even smart people.
Through clever misdirection, the thief escaped without anyone noticing.