How to Pronounce Disinterest

To pronounce "disinterest", say DIS-int-er-est — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈɪntɹɛst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/dɪsˈɪntɹɛst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disinterest”

"disinterest" has 4 syllables: dis-int-er-est. It rhymes with interest, if that helps it stick.

What does disinterest mean?

noun

  1. A lack of interest.

    “She eyed him over her martini with cool disinterest.”

  2. The absence of bias.

verb

  1. To render disinterested.

adjective

  1. Free of personal bias.

Synonyms

apathyindifferenceuninterestdisadvantageimpartialitydisinterested

Words that rhyme with disinterest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

interest

Related words

neutralityindifferenceunwillingnesslackneglectdisregarddisengagementsatisfaction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disinterest"?▾

"Disinterest" has 4 syllables: dis · int · er · est.

What is the IPA transcription of "disinterest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disinterest" is /dɪsˈɪntɹɛst/.

What does "disinterest" mean?▾

Disinterest: A lack of interest.

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