How to Pronounce "disparaging"
word
dɪˈspɛɹɪdʒɪŋ
di-SPAIR-i-jing
dɪspˈæɹɪdʒɪŋ
di-SPA-ruh-jing
Definition
If a comment or attitude is disparaging, it shows that someone does not respect something or someone and thinks they are not important or good.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈspɛɹɪdʒɪŋ
British English
dɪspˈæɹɪdʒɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-SPAIR-i-jing
UK
di-SPA-ruh-jing
Listen in Context
He made a disparaging comment about her work.
His tone was disparaging when he spoke about the team.
Avoid disparaging remarks during meetings.
She rolled her eyes and made a disparaging joke about the idea.