How to Pronounce Disobey

To pronounce "disobey", say DIS-ob-ey — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪs.əˈbeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/dɪs.əˈbeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disobey”

"disobey" has 3 syllables: dis-ob-ey. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does disobey mean?

verb

  1. To refuse or (intentionally) fail to obey an order of (somebody).
  2. To refuse or (intentionally) fail to obey.

Antonyms

obey

Words that rhyme with disobey

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

violatefloutinfringeobeybreakdefydisobligecontravene

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disobey"?▾

"Disobey" has 3 syllables: dis · ob · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "disobey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disobey" is /dɪs.əˈbeɪ/.

What does "disobey" mean?▾

Disobey: To refuse or (intentionally) fail to obey an order of (somebody).

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