"condescend" 怎么发音

word

US

ˌkɑndɪˈsɛnd

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UK

kˌɒndɪsˈɛnd

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释义

To behave as if you are more important or smarter than others, especially by talking down to them. Sometimes, it can also mean reluctantly agreeing to do something you think is beneath you.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˌkɑndɪˈsɛnd

英式英语

kˌɒndɪsˈɛnd

简化发音

美式

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英式

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语境中听

Please don't condescend to me; I understand what you're saying.

He tends to condescend when he explains things to others.

She refused to condescend to doing chores she thought were beneath her.

I don't need you to condescend; just be honest with me.