How to Pronounce Disgraceful

To pronounce "disgraceful", say DISGR-ac-ef-ul — 4 syllables, IPA /[dɪsˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/[dɪsˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “disgraceful”

"disgraceful" has 4 syllables: disgr-ac-ef-ul. It rhymes with graceful and caseful, if that helps it stick.

What does disgraceful mean?

adjective

  1. Bringing or warranting disgrace; shameful.
  2. Giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation.

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Words that rhyme with disgraceful

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gracefulcasefulspaceful

Related words

shamefulignominiousopprobriousdishonourabledishonorablescandalousingloriousimmoral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disgraceful"?▾

"Disgraceful" has 4 syllables: disgr · ac · ef · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "disgraceful"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disgraceful" is /[dɪsˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ]/.

What does "disgraceful" mean?▾

Disgraceful: Bringing or warranting disgrace; shameful.

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