How to Pronounce "discouragement"
word
dɪˈskɝɪdʒmənt
dih-SKUR-ij-muhnt
dɪskˈʌɹɪdʒmənt
diss-KUHR-ij-muhnt
Definition
The feeling of losing confidence or motivation, or something that makes you feel less hopeful about succeeding.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈskɝɪdʒmənt
British English
dɪskˈʌɹɪdʒmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dih-SKUR-ij-muhnt
UK
diss-KUHR-ij-muhnt
Listen in Context
He felt discouragement after failing the test.
Don't let discouragement stop you from trying again.
She tried to hide her discouragement and smiled.
If you face discouragement, remember that it's just part of the journey.