How to Pronounce Disgust

To pronounce "disgust", say DISG-ust — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈɡʌst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/dɪsˈɡʌst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disgust”

"disgust" has 2 syllables: disg-ust. It rhymes with robust and thrust, if that helps it stick.

What does disgust mean?

noun

  1. An intense dislike or loathing someone feels for something bad or nasty.

    “With an air of disgust, she stormed out of the room.”

verb

  1. To cause an intense dislike for something.

    “It disgusts me to see her chew with her mouth open.”

Words that rhyme with disgust

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

robustthrustlustjustnonplussedtrustmustadjustbustdistrustmistruststardust

Related words

sickennauseaterepelrevoltrevulsionabhorrenceloathinghate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disgust"?▾

"Disgust" has 2 syllables: disg · ust.

What is the IPA transcription of "disgust"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disgust" is /dɪsˈɡʌst/.

What does "disgust" mean?▾

Disgust: An intense dislike or loathing someone feels for something bad or nasty.

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