How to Pronounce “Disappointment” in English
The word disappointment is a common English noun that expresses sadness or dissatisfaction when something does not meet your expectations.
Phonetic spelling (IPA): /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/
Syllables: dis-ap-point-ment (4 syllables)
Stress: The main stress is on the third syllable: ap-POINT-ment.
Example sentence: She felt a deep sense of disappointment when her team lost the final match.
Tips for pronunciation:
- Start with a soft “dis” like in “dish” but shorter.
- The “a” in “ap” is very weak – almost like “uh”.
- Emphasize “point” clearly—it rhymes with “joint”.
- End with a soft “ment,” similar to “moment” without the “o.”
Practice saying it slowly: dis-uh-POINT-ment.