How to Pronounce Discombobulate

To pronounce "discombobulate", say DISC-omb-ob-ul-at-e — 6 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪs.kəmˈbɒb.jəˌleɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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6

Syllables

14

Letters

/ˌdɪs.kəmˈbɒb.jəˌleɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “discombobulate”

"discombobulate" has 6 syllables: disc-omb-ob-ul-at-e.

What does discombobulate mean?

verb

  1. To throw into a state of confusion; to befuddle or perplex.

Antonyms

combobulaterecombobulate

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discombobulate"?▾

"Discombobulate" has 6 syllables: disc · omb · ob · ul · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "discombobulate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "discombobulate" is /ˌdɪs.kəmˈbɒb.jəˌleɪt/.

What does "discombobulate" mean?▾

Discombobulate: To throw into a state of confusion; to befuddle or perplex.

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