How to Pronounce "belittling"
word
bɪˈɫɪtəɫɪŋ/, /bɪˈɫɪtɫɪŋ
bih-LIT-ling
bɪlˈɪtlɪŋ
bih-LIT-ling
Definition
Describing speech or behavior that makes someone or something seem unimportant or less worthy.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈɫɪtəɫɪŋ/, /bɪˈɫɪtɫɪŋ
British English
bɪlˈɪtlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-LIT-ling
UK
bih-LIT-ling
Listen in Context
Her belittling comments made him feel sad.
He used a belittling tone when talking to his sister.
Avoid belittling others, even as a joke.
She felt his belittling attitude was holding her back at work.