How to Pronounce "misbegotten"
word
ˌmɪsbəˈɡɑtən
mis-buh-GAH-tuhn
mɪsbɪɡˈɒtən
mis-bi-GOT-uhn
Definition
Used to describe something that was badly planned, poorly made, or has an unworthy or illegitimate origin. Often refers to ideas, plans, objects, or people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɪsbəˈɡɑtən
British English
mɪsbɪɡˈɒtən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mis-buh-GAH-tuhn
UK
mis-bi-GOT-uhn
Listen in Context
The misbegotten plan failed quickly.
He bought a misbegotten sculpture at the market.
Their misbegotten idea caused many problems.
This misbegotten project was doomed from the start.