How to Pronounce Contradict

To pronounce "contradict", say CONTR-ad-ict — 3 syllables, IPA /kɒntɹəˈdɪkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kɒntɹəˈdɪkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contradict”

"contradict" has 3 syllables: contr-ad-ict. It rhymes with depict and conflict, if that helps it stick.

What does contradict mean?

verb

  1. To deny the truth of (a statement or statements).

    “His testimony contradicts hers.”

  2. To deny the truth of the statement(s) made by (a person).

    “Everything he says contradicts me.”

Synonyms

controvertdenydisconfirmdisputegainsayquestionrefute

Words that rhyme with contradict

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

depictconflictderelictafflictperfectstrictbenedictconstrictpredictrestrictpickedinterdict

Related words

opposenegatecontravenecontrovertbeliegainsaycontrarycontradictory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contradict"?▾

"Contradict" has 3 syllables: contr · ad · ict.

What is the IPA transcription of "contradict"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contradict" is /kɒntɹəˈdɪkt/.

What does "contradict" mean?▾

Contradict: To deny the truth of (a statement or statements).

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