How to Pronounce Contradictory

To pronounce "contradictory", say CONTR-ad-ict-ory — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contradictory”

"contradictory" has 4 syllables: contr-ad-ict-ory. It rhymes with valedictory and victory, if that helps it stick.

What does contradictory mean?

noun

  1. Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false.

adjective

  1. That contradicts something, such as an argument.
  2. That is itself a contradiction.

Synonyms

incompatibleopposite

Words that rhyme with contradictory

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

valedictoryvictory

Related words

antonymousself-contradictoryconflictinginconsistentincompatibleconfoundingunsupportivecontradiction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contradictory"?▾

"Contradictory" has 4 syllables: contr · ad · ict · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "contradictory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contradictory" is /ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/.

What does "contradictory" mean?▾

Contradictory: Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false.

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