How to Pronounce "contemptuously"
word
kənˈtɛmptʃwəsɫi
kuhn-TEMP-choo-uhs-lee
kəntˈɛmptʃuːəsli
kuhn-TEMP-choo-uhs-lee
Definition
In a way that shows strong disrespect, dislike, or a feeling of being better than someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɛmptʃwəsɫi
British English
kəntˈɛmptʃuːəsli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TEMP-choo-uhs-lee
UK
kuhn-TEMP-choo-uhs-lee
Listen in Context
She spoke contemptuously about the idea.
He looked at me contemptuously and walked away.
The student answered the question contemptuously.
"Oh, please," she said contemptuously, rolling her eyes.