How to pronounce dysfunction
Say it like dis-FUHNGK-shun. Dysfunction has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHNGK).
- dis
- FUHNGK
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dysfunction pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- disKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FUHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dysfunction
American and British speakers say dysfunction in essentially the same way: /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/ in the US and /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: dis-FUHNGK-shun.
What does dysfunction mean?
- A failure to function in an expected or complete manner. Usually refers to a disorder in a bodily organ (e.g. erectile dysfunction), a mental disorder, or the improper behavior of a social group.
Where does dysfunction come from?
From dys- + function.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- disfunction
Opposite meaning
- eufunction
- function
Words that rhyme with dysfunction
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dysfunction.
Questions about saying dysfunction
How do you pronounce dysfunction?
Say dis-FUHNGK-shun. The American pronunciation is /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/. In British English it is /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dysfunction?
Dysfunction has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHNGK). Broken into parts: dis · FUHNGK · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say dysfunction the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/ and the British form is /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.