How to Pronounce "disadvantages"
word
ˌdɪsədˈvænɪdʒz/, /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒɪz
dis-ud-VAN-ij-iz
dˌɪsɐdvˈɑːntɪdʒɪz
dis-ud-VAHN-ti-jiz
Definition
Negative aspects or conditions that make something less effective, successful, or desirable compared to others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɪsədˈvænɪdʒz/, /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒɪz
British English
dˌɪsɐdvˈɑːntɪdʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dis-ud-VAN-ij-iz
UK
dis-ud-VAHN-ti-jiz
Listen in Context
What are the disadvantages of this plan?
Living far from the city has its disadvantages.
Technology brings both advantages and disadvantages.
One of the main disadvantages is the high cost involved.