How to Pronounce "disadvantage"
word
ˌdɪsədˈvænɪdʒ/, /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ
dis-uhd-VAN-ij
dˌɪsɐdvˈɑːntɪdʒ
dis-uhd-VAHN-tij
Definition
A circumstance or condition that makes something or someone less likely to succeed or puts them in a worse position compared to others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɪsədˈvænɪdʒ/, /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ
British English
dˌɪsɐdvˈɑːntɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dis-uhd-VAN-ij
UK
dis-uhd-VAHN-tij
Listen in Context
Having no internet access is a big disadvantage when studying online.
Short people may see their height as a disadvantage in basketball.
One disadvantage of this phone is its short battery life.
I know my lack of experience puts me at a disadvantage for this job, but I'm willing to learn.