How to Pronounce Derisory

To pronounce "derisory", say DER-is-ory — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈɹaɪzəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪˈɹaɪzəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “derisory”

"derisory" has 3 syllables: der-is-ory.

What does derisory mean?

adjective

  1. Laughably small or inadequate.
  2. Derisive; laughable; ridiculous

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Related words

ludicrousridiculouspreposterousfoolishabsurdnonsensicalfarcicalrisible

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "derisory"?▾

"Derisory" has 3 syllables: der · is · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "derisory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "derisory" is /dɪˈɹaɪzəɹi/.

What does "derisory" mean?▾

Derisory: Laughably small or inadequate.

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