To pronounce "disapproving", say DIS-appr-ov-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
disapproving
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DIS-appr-ov-ing
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"disapproving" has 4 syllables: dis-appr-ov-ing. It rhymes with moving and approving, if that helps it stick.
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“She disapproves of rap music because of its sometimes aggressive lyrics.”
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"Disapproving" has 4 syllables: dis · appr · ov · ing.
Disapproving: To condemn; to consider wrong or inappropriate; used with of.
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