How to Pronounce Disapproval

To pronounce "disapproval", say DIS-appr-ov-al — 4 syllables, IPA /[dɪsəˈpɹuːvəɫ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/[dɪsəˈpɹuːvəɫ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disapproval”

"disapproval" has 4 syllables: dis-appr-ov-al. It rhymes with approval and removal, if that helps it stick.

What does disapproval mean?

noun

  1. The act of disapproving; condemnation.

Synonyms

disapprobation

Antonyms

approval

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Words that rhyme with disapproval

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approvalremovalnouvelyuval

Related words

dislikedisfavourdisfavorcondemnationreproachcensureobjectionstigma

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disapproval"?▾

"Disapproval" has 4 syllables: dis · appr · ov · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "disapproval"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disapproval" is /[dɪsəˈpɹuːvəɫ]/.

What does "disapproval" mean?▾

Disapproval: The act of disapproving; condemnation.

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