How to Pronounce "dismissing"
word
dɪsˈmɪsɪŋ
diss-MISS-ing
dɪsmˈɪsɪŋ
diss-MISS-ing
Definition
Sending someone away, especially from a job, or ignoring or rejecting an idea, opinion, or suggestion.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪsˈmɪsɪŋ
British English
dɪsmˈɪsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
diss-MISS-ing
UK
diss-MISS-ing
Listen in Context
The company is dismissing several workers this week.
She is dismissing my suggestion without thinking about it.
The judge is dismissing the case due to lack of evidence.
Stop dismissing everything I say—at least listen first!