How to Pronounce Displeasure

To pronounce "displeasure", say DISPL-eas-ur-e — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈplɛʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/dɪsˈplɛʒə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “displeasure”

"displeasure" has 4 syllables: displ-eas-ur-e. It rhymes with pleasure and measure, if that helps it stick.

What does displeasure mean?

noun

  1. A feeling of being displeased with something or someone; dissatisfaction; disapproval.
  2. That which displeases; cause of irritation or annoyance; offence; injury.

verb

  1. To displease or offend.

Synonyms

condemnationdisapprobationdisapprovaldiscontentdiscontentmentdissatisfactionunhappinessache

Antonyms

approbationapprovalblessingcontentmenthappinesspleasure

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Words that rhyme with displeasure

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pleasuremeasuretreasurecountermeasureleasure

Related words

distastedislikedisaffectiondiscontentdissatisfactiondisgustdisappointmentunhappiness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "displeasure"?▾

"Displeasure" has 4 syllables: displ · eas · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "displeasure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "displeasure" is /dɪsˈplɛʒə/.

What does "displeasure" mean?▾

Displeasure: A feeling of being displeased with something or someone; dissatisfaction; disapproval.

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