How to pronounce distaste
Say it like dis-TAYST. Distaste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYST).
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- dis
- TAYST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Distaste 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.
- TAYSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of distaste
American and British speakers say distaste in essentially the same way: /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/ in the US and /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: dis-TAYST.
What does distaste mean?
- A feeling of dislike, aversion or antipathy.
- Alienation of affection; displeasure; anger.
- To be distasteful; to taste bad
Where does distaste come from?
From dis- + taste.
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Words that rhyme with distaste
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Questions about saying distaste
How do you pronounce distaste?
Say dis-TAYST. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/. In British English it is /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in distaste?
Distaste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYST). Broken into parts: dis · TAYST.
Do Americans and Brits say distaste the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/ and the British form is /ˌdɪsˈteɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.