How to Pronounce Disarray

To pronounce "disarray", say DIS-arr-ay — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsəˈɹeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪsəˈɹeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disarray”

"disarray" has 3 syllables: dis-arr-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does disarray mean?

noun

  1. Lack of array or regular order; disorder; confusion.
  2. Confused attire; undress; dishabille.

verb

  1. To throw into disorder; to break the array of.
  2. To take off the dress of; to unrobe.

Antonyms

array

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Words that rhyme with disarray

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conveydisplaydismaysobriquetallaygaydecayplayportraycachefrayarray

Related words

disorderlinessdisorderconfusiondisorganizationchaosmayhemmessmessy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disarray"?▾

"Disarray" has 3 syllables: dis · arr · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "disarray"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disarray" is /dɪsəˈɹeɪ/.

What does "disarray" mean?▾

Disarray: Lack of array or regular order; disorder; confusion.

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