How to Pronounce "disparity"
word
dɪˈspɛɹəti
di-SPAIR-uh-tee
dɪspˈæɹɪti
di-SPARR-i-tee
Definition
A significant difference or inequality between two or more things, especially in a way that is seen as unfair.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈspɛɹəti
British English
dɪspˈæɹɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-SPAIR-uh-tee
UK
di-SPARR-i-tee
Listen in Context
There is a wide disparity in salaries between the two companies.
The report shows a disparity in education levels across the country.
We need to address the disparity between men and women in science fields.
Despite efforts to fix it, the income disparity keeps growing.