How to Pronounce "demerit"
word
diˈmɛɹət
dee-MER-it
dˈɛməɹˌɪt
di-MER-it
Definition
A demerit is a fault, disadvantage, or official mark against someone for doing something wrong, especially in schools or other organizations.
IPA Transcription
American English
diˈmɛɹət
British English
dˈɛməɹˌɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dee-MER-it
UK
di-MER-it
Listen in Context
He got a demerit for being late to class.
Each demerit goes on your school record.
One demerit can lead to extra homework.
The main demerit of this plan is the high cost.