To pronounce "disfavor", say DISF-av-or — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"disfavor" has 3 syllables: disf-av-or. It rhymes with savor and quaver, if that helps it stick.
noun
“His lateness for the appointment incurred her disfavour.”
verb
“Her past performance meant that she was often disfavoured for important tasks.”
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"Disfavor" has 3 syllables: disf · av · or.
Disfavor: Lack of favour; displeasure.
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