To pronounce "self-deprecating", say SELFD-epr-ec-at-ing — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌsɛlfˈdɛpɹəˌkeɪtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
self-deprecating
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/ˌsɛlfˈdɛpɹəˌkeɪtɪŋ/
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"self-deprecating" has 5 syllables: selfd-epr-ec-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Self-deprecating" has 5 syllables: selfd · epr · ec · at · ing.
The IPA transcription of "self-deprecating" is /ˌsɛlfˈdɛpɹəˌkeɪtɪŋ/.
Self-deprecating: Expressing disapproval or being critical of oneself, especially modestly or humorously so.
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