How to Pronounce Discontented

To pronounce "discontented", say DISC-ont-ent-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪskənˈtɛntɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌdɪskənˈtɛntɛd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “discontented”

"discontented" has 4 syllables: disc-ont-ent-ed. It rhymes with disoriented and demented, if that helps it stick.

What does discontented mean?

adjective

  1. Experiencing discontent, dissatisfaction.

    “After her injury, Alice was a discontented woman.”

  2. Of or pertaining to discontent.

    “He lived a discontented life.”

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Words that rhyme with discontented

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

disorienteddementedlamentedunprecedentedaugmentedregimentedtormentedrepresentedimplementedorientedpresentedcontented

Related words

malcontentdisgruntleddissatisfieddisaffectedill-affectedunsatisfiedrestlessungratified

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discontented"?▾

"Discontented" has 4 syllables: disc · ont · ent · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "discontented"?▾

The IPA transcription of "discontented" is /ˌdɪskənˈtɛntɛd/.

What does "discontented" mean?▾

Discontented: Experiencing discontent, dissatisfaction.

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