How to Pronounce "deserved"
word
/dɪˈzɝvd/
di-ZURVD
/dɪzˈɜːvd/
di-ZURVD
Definition
Getting something because your actions, qualities, or situation make it fair or right. It is the past form of 'deserve' and is often used as an adjective before a noun like 'a deserved break' or after 'be' like 'it was deserved'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈzɝvd/
British English
/dɪzˈɜːvd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-ZURVD
UK
di-ZURVD
Listen in Context
She got a deserved prize for her hard work.
After the game, the team took a deserved rest.
His rude comment got a deserved response from the teacher.
Honestly, that promotion was deserved—she’s been carrying the whole team.