How to pronounce disparage
Say it like dih-SPAR-ij. Disparage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPAR).
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- dih
- SPAR
- ij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Disparage 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.
- SPARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of disparage
American and British speakers say disparage in essentially the same way: /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/ in the US and /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-SPAR-ij.
What does disparage mean?
- 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.
- To ridicule, mock, discredit.
Where does disparage come from?
From Middle English disparage (noun), disparagen (verb), from Old French desparage (noun), desparagier (verb), from des- (“dis-”) + parage (“equal rank, rank”).
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Words that rhyme with disparage
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Questions about saying disparage
How do you pronounce disparage?
Say dih-SPAR-ij. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/. In British English it is /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in disparage?
Disparage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPAR). Broken into parts: dih · SPAR · ij.
Do Americans and Brits say disparage the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/ and the British form is /dɪˈspærɪdʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.