How to pronounce contrite
“contrite” pronunciation in American and British English
Listen to contrite in real sentences, spoken by real people in public video clips that play here, on YouTongue. No dictionary recording — the word as it is actually used.
“contrite” in real sentences
72 clips in the index · 2 American · 2 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.
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A contrite spirit is a rejoicing spirit.
The Atlantic
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(laughs) And were contrite on Sunday morning.
The Obama White House
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Donald Trump was very contrite about this.
Late Night with Seth Meyers
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and a contrite spirit have access to it.
Light and Truth
Words that sound like “contrite”
Words one sound away from contrite — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.
Why real speech
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