How to Pronounce Disputatious

To pronounce "disputatious", say DISP-ut-at-ious — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪspjəˈteɪʃəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌdɪspjəˈteɪʃəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disputatious”

"disputatious" has 4 syllables: disp-ut-at-ious.

What does disputatious mean?

adjective

  1. Of or relating to something that is in question as to its intent or value.
  2. Inclined to argue or debate; provoking debate.

Synonyms

argumentativecontentiousquarrelsome

Antonyms

conciliatorypacificpeaceable

Related words

disputativecontentiousargumentativelitigiouseristiccontentionaldisquisitorialdisquisitory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disputatious"?▾

"Disputatious" has 4 syllables: disp · ut · at · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "disputatious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disputatious" is /ˌdɪspjəˈteɪʃəs/.

What does "disputatious" mean?▾

Disputatious: Of or relating to something that is in question as to its intent or value.

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