How to Pronounce Misrule

To pronounce "misrule", say MISR-ul-e — 3 syllables, IPA /mɪsˈɹuːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/mɪsˈɹuːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “misrule”

"misrule" has 3 syllables: misr-ul-e. It rhymes with cool and vestibule, if that helps it stick.

What does misrule mean?

noun

  1. The state of being ruled badly; disorder, lawlessness, anarchy.
  2. Misgovernment; bad or unjust government.

verb

  1. Of a trial judge, to make a bad decision in court.
  2. To rule badly; to misgovern.

Words that rhyme with misrule

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coolvestibuletoolridiculefoolrulecruelminusculejewelpooldualschool

Related words

misgovernmentmaladministrationmismanagementlawlessnessineffectiveanarchydisorderdisarray

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misrule"?▾

"Misrule" has 3 syllables: misr · ul · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "misrule"?▾

The IPA transcription of "misrule" is /mɪsˈɹuːl/.

What does "misrule" mean?▾

Misrule: The state of being ruled badly; disorder, lawlessness, anarchy.

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