How to Pronounce "asinine"
word
ˈæsəˌnaɪn
ASS-uh-nyn
ˈæsɪnˌaɪn
ASS-in-nyn
Definition
Extremely stupid, silly, or lacking in sense; used to describe ideas, actions, or statements that are foolish or absurd.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæsəˌnaɪn
British English
ˈæsɪnˌaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ASS-uh-nyn
UK
ASS-in-nyn
Listen in Context
That was an asinine question.
He made an asinine mistake at work.
The plan was completely asinine.
I can't believe she gave such an asinine response in the meeting.