How to Pronounce Disguise

To pronounce "disguise", say DISG-uis-e — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈɡaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪsˈɡaɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disguise”

"disguise" has 3 syllables: disg-uis-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does disguise mean?

noun

Material (such as clothing, makeup, a wig) used to alter one’s visual appearance in order to hide one's identity or assume another.
“A cape and moustache completed his disguise.”
The appearance of something on the outside which masks what's beneath.

verb

To change the appearance of (a person or thing) so as to hide, or to assume an identity.
“Spies often disguise themselves.”
To avoid giving away or revealing (something secret); to hide by a false appearance.
“He disguised his true intentions.”

Synonyms

camouflage guise mask pretense cloak hide

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Words that rhyme with disguise

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinize surmise aggrandize emphasize recognize actualize analyze reprise comprise likewise demise rise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disguise"?▾

"Disguise" has 3 syllables: disg · uis · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "disguise"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disguise" is /dɪsˈɡaɪz/.

What does "disguise" mean?▾

Disguise: Material (such as clothing, makeup, a wig) used to alter one’s visual appearance in order to hide one's identity or assume another.

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