How to Pronounce "indecorous"
word
ˌɪnˈdɛkərəs
in-DEK-er-uhs
ˌɪndˈɛkəɹəs
in-DEK-uh-ruhs
Definition
Describes behavior, speech, or actions that are rude, improper, or not following accepted social standards. Usually used in formal or critical situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈdɛkərəs
British English
ˌɪndˈɛkəɹəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-DEK-er-uhs
UK
in-DEK-uh-ruhs
Listen in Context
His comments at dinner were indecorous and made everyone uncomfortable.
Wearing jeans to a formal wedding is considered indecorous.
Loud laughter in a library is usually seen as indecorous.
Some found his jokes funny, but others thought they were downright indecorous for the occasion.