How to Pronounce "irresponsibly"
word
ˌɪɹəˈspɑnsəbɫi
ih-ruh-SPAHN-suh-blee
ɪɹɪspˈɒnsəbli
ih-ri-sPON-suh-blee
Definition
In a way that shows a lack of care or concern for the possible bad effects of an action; not behaving responsibly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪɹəˈspɑnsəbɫi
British English
ɪɹɪspˈɒnsəbli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-ruh-SPAHN-suh-blee
UK
ih-ri-sPON-suh-blee
Listen in Context
He drove irresponsibly last night.
She spent her money irresponsibly.
Parents should never act irresponsibly with their children.
They handled the situation irresponsibly and caused more trouble.