How to Pronounce "insisted"
word
/ˌɪnˈsɪstəd/
in-SIS-tid
/ɪnsˈɪstɪd/
in-SIS-tid
Definition
Past tense of 'insist'. It means to say firmly and repeatedly that something is true or should happen, even when other people disagree or hesitate.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈsɪstəd/
British English
/ɪnsˈɪstɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-SIS-tid
UK
in-SIS-tid
Listen in Context
She insisted on paying for dinner.
He insisted that he was right.
My mom insisted on taking an umbrella.
I told him it wasn't necessary, but he insisted.