How to Pronounce "insensitive"
word
/ˌɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/
in-SEN-suh-tiv
/ɪnsˈɛnsɪtˌɪv/
in-SEN-si-tiv
Definition
Not showing concern or care for the feelings of others. It can also mean not reacting to physical sensations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/
British English
/ɪnsˈɛnsɪtˌɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-SEN-suh-tiv
UK
in-SEN-si-tiv
Listen in Context
It was insensitive to make that joke when she was upset.
He is often insensitive to other people's feelings.
My fingers are insensitive because it's so cold.
Sorry, I didn’t mean to sound insensitive – I just didn’t know you were having a hard time.