How to Pronounce "misplaced"
word
/mɪsˈpɫeɪst/
mis-PLAYST
/mɪsplˈeɪst/
mis-PLAYST
Definition
If something is misplaced, it has been put in the wrong place or lost for a short time. It can also mean that a feeling or action is not appropriate in the situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/mɪsˈpɫeɪst/
British English
/mɪsplˈeɪst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mis-PLAYST
UK
mis-PLAYST
Listen in Context
I think I have misplaced my phone.
The teacher found the misplaced homework under a chair.
Your anger is misplaced in this situation.
She realized her worries were misplaced after talking to the doctor.