How to pronounce disbar
Say it like dis-BAR. Disbar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAR).
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- dis
- BAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Disbar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- disGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- BARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of disbar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: dis-BAH.
What does disbar mean?
- To expel from the bar, or the legal profession; to deprive (an attorney, barrister, or counselor) of his or her status and privileges as such.
- To exclude (a person) from something.
Where does disbar come from?
From dis- + bar.
Words that rhyme with disbar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of disbar.
Questions about saying disbar
How do you pronounce disbar?
Say dis-BAR. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɪsˈbɑr/. In British English it is /dɪsˈbɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in disbar?
Disbar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAR). Broken into parts: dis · BAR.
Is disbar pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /dɪsˈbɑː/ (dis-BAH).