How to Pronounce "devious"
word
/ˈdiviəs/
DEE-vee-uhs
/dˈiːvɪəs/
DEE-vee-uhs
Definition
Describes someone who behaves in a dishonest or tricky way to get what they want. It can also mean something indirect or not straightforward.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdiviəs/
British English
/dˈiːvɪəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEE-vee-uhs
UK
DEE-vee-uhs
Listen in Context
He came up with a devious plan to get more money.
A devious person is hard to trust.
The road took a devious path through the forest.
Don’t be so devious—just tell me the truth!