How to Pronounce Discomfort

To pronounce "discomfort", say DISC-omf-ort — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈkʌmfət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪsˈkʌmfət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “discomfort”

"discomfort" has 3 syllables: disc-omf-ort. It rhymes with comfort, if that helps it stick.

What does discomfort mean?

noun

  1. Mental or bodily distress.
  2. Something that disturbs one’s comfort; an annoyance.

verb

  1. To cause annoyance or distress to.
  2. To discourage; to deject.

Words that rhyme with discomfort

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

comfort

Related words

uncomfortablenessirritationsorenesstendernessdisquietuneaseuneasinessdistress

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discomfort"?▾

"Discomfort" has 3 syllables: disc · omf · ort.

What is the IPA transcription of "discomfort"?▾

The IPA transcription of "discomfort" is /dɪsˈkʌmfət/.

What does "discomfort" mean?▾

Discomfort: Mental or bodily distress.

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