How to Pronounce Disturb

To pronounce "disturb", say DIST-urb — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈtɜːb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/dɪsˈtɜːb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “disturb”

"disturb" has 2 syllables: dist-urb. It rhymes with superb and curb, if that helps it stick.

What does disturb mean?

noun

  1. Disturbance

verb

  1. To confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.

    “A school of fish disturbed the water.”

  2. To divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.

    “A mudslide disturbed the course of the river.”

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Words that rhyme with disturb

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superbcurbperturbkerbblurbverbreverbherberbscherberbe

Related words

troubleupsetagitatecommoveinterrupttouchdisturbance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "disturb"?▾

"Disturb" has 2 syllables: dist · urb.

What is the IPA transcription of "disturb"?▾

The IPA transcription of "disturb" is /dɪsˈtɜːb/.

What does "disturb" mean?▾

Disturb: Disturbance

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