How to Pronounce "derision"
word
dɝˈɪʒən
duh-RIZH-uhn
dɪɹˈɪʒən
di-RIZH-uhn
Definition
Derision is strong ridicule, mockery, or the act of laughing at someone or something to show you think they are silly or worthless.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɝˈɪʒən
British English
dɪɹˈɪʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
duh-RIZH-uhn
UK
di-RIZH-uhn
Listen in Context
Their ideas were met with derision by the critics.
She couldn't bear the derision of her classmates.
The speaker was met with derision from the audience.
He tried to hide his mistake, knowing any error would be met with derision.