How to Pronounce "distracted"
word
/dɪˈstɹæktəd/
di-STRAK-tid
/dɪstɹˈæktɪd/
di-STRAK-tid
Definition
Not paying full attention because your mind is on something else. It can also describe someone whose attention is easily pulled away by other things.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈstɹæktəd/
British English
/dɪstɹˈæktɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-STRAK-tid
UK
di-STRAK-tid
Listen in Context
I was distracted in class and missed the answer.
She looks distracted today.
Don't get distracted by your phone.
Sorry, I’m a little distracted — I have a lot on my mind.