Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
desidia
negligence
Latin America
Simplified: deh-SEE-dyah
IPA: de'si.ðʝa
Spain
Simplified: deh-SEE-dyah
IPA: de'si.ðʝa
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
de
  • d like day, but softer
  • tongue touches upper teeth for Spanish d
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
si
  • s like sun
  • s similar to English
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
dia
  • d like th in weather
  • tongue lightly touches upper teeth for d
  • i like y in yes
  • y sound similar to English
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low