How to Pronounce Discord

To pronounce "discord", say DISC-ord — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɪskɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdɪskɔːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “discord”

"discord" has 2 syllables: disc-ord.

What does discord mean?

noun

  1. Lack of concord, agreement or harmony.
  2. Tension or strife resulting from a lack of agreement; dissension.

verb

  1. To disagree; to fail to agree or harmonize; clash.

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Related words

disaccorddiscordancedisagreedissensionstrifedisharmonydisunitycacophony

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discord"?▾

"Discord" has 2 syllables: disc · ord.

What is the IPA transcription of "discord"?▾

The IPA transcription of "discord" is /ˈdɪskɔːd/.

What does "discord" mean?▾

Discord: Lack of concord, agreement or harmony.

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