How to Pronounce Disappoint

To pronounce "disappoint", say dis-app-OINT — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dˌɪsɐpˈɔɪnt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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Break "disappoint" into 3 beats and lean on "OINT" — that's the stressed one.

What does disappoint mean?

verb

  1. To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.
  2. To deprive (someone of something expected or hoped for).

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "disappoint"?

To pronounce "disappoint", say dis-app-OINT — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "disappoint"?

"Disappoint" has 3 syllables: dis · app · oint.

What is the IPA transcription of "disappoint"?

The IPA transcription of "disappoint" is /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/.

What does "disappoint" mean?

Disappoint: To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.

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