How to pronounce derisively
Say it like dih-RY-siv-lee. Derisively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RY).
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- dih
- RY
- siv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Derisively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- RYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- sivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of derisively
American and British speakers say derisively in essentially the same way: /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/ in the US and /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-RY-siv-lee.
What does derisively mean?
- In a derisive manner; demeaningly, mockingly.
Where does derisively come from?
From derisive + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- mockingly
Words that rhyme with derisively
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of derisively.
Questions about saying derisively
How do you pronounce derisively?
Say dih-RY-siv-lee. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/. In British English it is /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in derisively?
Derisively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RY). Broken into parts: dih · RY · siv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say derisively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/ and the British form is /dɪˈraɪsɪvli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.