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How to Pronounce "dignify"

word

ˈdɪɡnəˌfaɪ
DIG-nuh-fy
dˈɪɡnɪfˌaɪ
DIG-nih-fy

Definition

To make something or someone seem worthy, important, or respected. It can also mean treating something with honor, even if it might not deserve it.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈdɪɡnəˌfaɪ

British English

dˈɪɡnɪfˌaɪ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

DIG-nuh-fy

UK

DIG-nih-fy

Listen in Context

She tried to dignify her mistake with a smile.

His presence helped to dignify the event.

We shouldn't dignify such rumors with an answer.

I won't dignify that comment by replying to it.