How to Pronounce Disallow

To pronounce "disallow", say DIS-all-ow — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsəˈlaʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪsəˈlaʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disallow”

"disallow" has 3 syllables: dis-all-ow. It rhymes with endow and bow, if that helps it stick.

What does disallow mean?

verb

To refuse to allow
“The prisoners were disallowed to contact with a lawyer.”
To reject as invalid, untrue, or improper
“The goal was disallowed because the player was offside.”

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Words that rhyme with disallow

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endow bow allow thou avow brow plow vow anyhow cow sow disavow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disallow"?▾

"Disallow" has 3 syllables: dis · all · ow.

What is the IPA transcription of "disallow"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disallow" is /dɪsəˈlaʊ/.

What does "disallow" mean?▾

Disallow: To refuse to allow

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