How to Pronounce "in contempt"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /kənˈtɛmpt
in kuhn-TEMPT
ˈɪn/ /kəntˈɛmpt
in kunt-EMPT
Definition
Used in legal situations to refer to someone showing disrespect or disobedience toward a court or its rules. It can also mean treating something or someone with strong disrespect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /kənˈtɛmpt
British English
ˈɪn/ /kəntˈɛmpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in kuhn-TEMPT
UK
in kunt-EMPT
Listen in Context
He was found in contempt for refusing to answer the judge's questions.
Witnesses who lie in court can be held in contempt.
Speakers who shout and interrupt may be judged in contempt of the proceedings.
If you keep talking back, you risk being held in contempt of court.