How to pronounce contradict
Say it like kon-truh-DIKT. Contradict has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DIKT).
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- kon
- truh
- DIKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Contradict pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- konGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DIKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of contradict
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: kon-truh-DIKT.
What does contradict mean?
- To deny the truth or validity of (a statement or statements).“His testimony contradicts hers.”
- To oppose (a person) by denying the truth or pertinence of a given statement.“Everything he says contradicts me.”
- To be contrary to (something).
Where does contradict come from?
Derived from Latin contrādictus (“contradicted”), the past participle of contrādīcō (“speak against”) (originally two words).
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Words that rhyme with contradict
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Questions about saying contradict
How do you pronounce contradict?
Say kon-truh-DIKT. The American pronunciation is /ˌkɑntrəˈdɪkt/. In British English it is /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in contradict?
Contradict has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DIKT). Broken into parts: kon · truh · DIKT.
Is contradict pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkt/ (kon-truh-DIKT).