How to Pronounce Disorient

To pronounce "disorient", say DIS-or-ient — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈɔːɹi.ənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪsˈɔːɹi.ənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disorient”

"disorient" has 3 syllables: dis-or-ient. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does disorient mean?

verb

  1. To cause to lose orientation or direction.
  2. To confuse or befuddle.

Words that rhyme with disorient

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

disorientateaddlemisorientatedislocatebewilderdiscomposeunshape

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disorient"?▾

"Disorient" has 3 syllables: dis · or · ient.

What is the IPA transcription of "disorient"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disorient" is /dɪsˈɔːɹi.ənt/.

What does "disorient" mean?▾

Disorient: To cause to lose orientation or direction.

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