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How to pronounce “contemptuous”
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Pronunciation guide for contemptuous
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of contemptuous with real speech in context.
- Available examples
- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- How to Make the Most of a Finite Life (w/ Oliver Burkeman)
sort of non- contemptuous way I think
- Definition summary
- Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
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How to pronounce contemptuous
How to Make the Most of a Finite Life (w/ Oliver Burkeman)

sort of non- contemptuous way I think
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “contemptuous”
Meaning
- [Adjective]
- Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
- (rare) Worthy of contempt; contemptible.
Practice Nearby Words
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Similar Sounds
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