How to pronounce misrespect
Say it like mis-rih-SPEKT. Misrespect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPEKT).
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- mis
- rih
- SPEKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misrespect pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- misKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SPEKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of misrespect
American and British speakers say misrespect in essentially the same way: /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/ in the US and /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: mis-rih-SPEKT.
What does misrespect mean?
- Lack of respect; improper respect; disrespect.
- To show improper respect to or for; disrespect.
Where does misrespect come from?
From mis- + respect.
Words that rhyme with misrespect
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of misrespect.
Questions about saying misrespect
How do you pronounce misrespect?
Say mis-rih-SPEKT. The American pronunciation is /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/. In British English it is /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misrespect?
Misrespect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPEKT). Broken into parts: mis · rih · SPEKT.
Do Americans and Brits say misrespect the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/ and the British form is /mɪsrɪˈspɛkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.