How to Pronounce Disparaging

To pronounce "disparaging", say DISP-ar-ag-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈpæɹɪdʒɪŋ(ɡ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/dɪsˈpæɹɪdʒɪŋ(ɡ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disparaging”

"disparaging" has 4 syllables: disp-ar-ag-ing.

What does disparaging mean?

verb

  1. To match unequally; to degrade or dishonor.
  2. To dishonor by a comparison with what is inferior; to lower in rank or estimation by actions or words; to speak slightingly of; to depreciate; to undervalue.

noun

  1. Disparagement

adjective

  1. Insulting, ridiculing.

    “The candidate made disparaging remarks about his opponent, but they only made him seem small for insulting a worthy adversary.”

Synonyms

degrading

Related words

derogativederogatoryuncomplimentarydiscreditingbashingblackeningdenigratingopprobriate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disparaging"?▾

"Disparaging" has 4 syllables: disp · ar · ag · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "disparaging"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disparaging" is /dɪsˈpæɹɪdʒɪŋ(ɡ)/.

What does "disparaging" mean?▾

Disparaging: To match unequally; to degrade or dishonor.

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