How to Pronounce "misinterpretation"
word
mɪsɪnˌtɝpɹəˈteɪʃən
miss-in-TUR-pruh-TAY-shun
mˌɪsɪntˌɜːpɹɪtˈeɪʃən
miss-in-TER-pri-TAY-shun
Definition
A misinterpretation is when something is understood or explained incorrectly, often because of confusion or a mistake.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɪsɪnˌtɝpɹəˈteɪʃən
British English
mˌɪsɪntˌɜːpɹɪtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
miss-in-TUR-pruh-TAY-shun
UK
miss-in-TER-pri-TAY-shun
Listen in Context
There was a misinterpretation of the teacher's instructions.
The news report caused a misinterpretation of the facts.
A small error can lead to misinterpretation.
His joke was taken seriously due to a misinterpretation.