How to pronounce indiscreet
Say it like in-dih-SKREET. Indiscreet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SKREET).
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- in
- dih
- SKREET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indiscreet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SKREETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of indiscreet
American and British speakers say indiscreet in essentially the same way: /ˌɪndɪˈskrit/ in the US and /ˌɪndɪˈskriːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-dih-SKREET.
What does indiscreet mean?
- Not discreet; lacking in discretion.
Where does indiscreet come from?
From in- + discreet.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with indiscreet
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Questions about saying indiscreet
How do you pronounce indiscreet?
Say in-dih-SKREET. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪndɪˈskrit/. In British English it is /ˌɪndɪˈskriːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indiscreet?
Indiscreet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SKREET). Broken into parts: in · dih · SKREET.
Do Americans and Brits say indiscreet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪndɪˈskrit/ and the British form is /ˌɪndɪˈskriːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.