How to pronounce distrust
Say it like dih-STRUHST. Distrust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHST).
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- dih
- STRUHST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Distrust pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- STRUHSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of distrust
American and British speakers say distrust in essentially the same way: /dɪˈstrʌst/ in the US and /dɪˈstrʌst/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-STRUHST.
What does distrust mean?
- Lack of trust or confidence.“Many people have developed a cynical distrust of politicians.”
- To put no trust in; to have no confidence in.
Where does distrust come from?
From dis- + trust, alteration of the earlier term wantrust.
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Words that rhyme with distrust
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Questions about saying distrust
How do you pronounce distrust?
Say dih-STRUHST. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈstrʌst/. In British English it is /dɪˈstrʌst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in distrust?
Distrust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHST). Broken into parts: dih · STRUHST.
Do Americans and Brits say distrust the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈstrʌst/ and the British form is /dɪˈstrʌst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.