How to Pronounce Dispute

To pronounce "dispute", say DISP-ut-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɪs.pjuːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdɪs.pjuːt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dispute”

"dispute" has 3 syllables: disp-ut-e. It rhymes with astute and acute, if that helps it stick.

What does dispute mean?

noun

  1. An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree.
  2. Verbal controversy or disagreement; altercation; debate.

verb

  1. To contend in argument; to argue against something maintained, upheld, or claimed, by another
  2. To make a subject of disputation; to argue pro and con; to discuss

    “Some residents disputed the proposal, saying it was based more on emotion than fact.”

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Words that rhyme with dispute

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

astuteacutedestituterefuteconstitutebrutemootbruitpursuitattributesubstituteexecute

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dispute"?▾

"Dispute" has 3 syllables: disp · ut · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dispute"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dispute" is /ˈdɪs.pjuːt/.

What does "dispute" mean?▾

Dispute: An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree.

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