How to Pronounce Disaffect

To pronounce "disaffect", say DIS-aff-ect — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsəˈfɛkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

/dɪsəˈfɛkt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “disaffect”

"disaffect" has 3 syllables: dis-aff-ect. It rhymes with aspect and subject, if that helps it stick.

What does disaffect mean?

verb

  1. To cause a loss of affection, sympathy or loyalty in; to alienate or estrange.

Words that rhyme with disaffect

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aspectsubjectprojectdirecteffectneglectaffectrejectdefectrespectdeflectreflect

Related words

estrangealienatealienabalienatestrangesourirreconciledistaste

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disaffect"?▾

"Disaffect" has 3 syllables: dis · aff · ect.

What is the IPA transcription of "disaffect"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disaffect" is /dɪsəˈfɛkt/.

What does "disaffect" mean?▾

Disaffect: To cause a loss of affection, sympathy or loyalty in; to alienate or estrange.

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