How to Pronounce Disregard

To pronounce "disregard", say DISR-eg-ard — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsɹɪˈɡɑːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪsɹɪˈɡɑːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disregard”

"disregard" has 3 syllables: disr-eg-ard. It rhymes with regard and hard, if that helps it stick.

What does disregard mean?

noun

The act or state of deliberately not paying attention or caring about; misregard.
“The government's disregard for the needs of disabled people is outrageous.”

verb

To ignore; pay no attention to.

Synonyms

misregard unheed unmind

Words that rhyme with disregard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regard hard retard safeguard vanguard marred barred avant-garde discard jarred courtyard shard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disregard"?▾

"Disregard" has 3 syllables: disr · eg · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "disregard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disregard" is /dɪsɹɪˈɡɑːd/.

What does "disregard" mean?▾

Disregard: The act or state of deliberately not paying attention or caring about; misregard.

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