How to Pronounce Disburse

To pronounce "disburse", say DISB-urs-e — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈbɚs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪsˈbɚs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “disburse”

"disburse" has 3 syllables: disb-urs-e. It rhymes with terse and coerce, if that helps it stick.

What does disburse mean?

verb

  1. To pay out, expend; usually from a public fund or treasury.

Words that rhyme with disburse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tersecoercediverseinverseperverseadversedispersecurseverseimmerseaversepurse

Related words

disbursementremittingspendpayprovideallocateremitcontribute

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disburse"?▾

"Disburse" has 3 syllables: disb · urs · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "disburse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disburse" is /dɪsˈbɚs/.

What does "disburse" mean?▾

Disburse: To pay out, expend; usually from a public fund or treasury.

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