How to Pronounce "disruptive"
word
dɪsˈɹəptɪv
dis-RUHP-tiv
dɪsɹˈʌptɪv
dis-RUP-tiv
Definition
Causing interruption, disturbance, or major change in a normal activity or system. It often describes behavior or innovations that break the usual pattern.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪsˈɹəptɪv
British English
dɪsɹˈʌptɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dis-RUHP-tiv
UK
dis-RUP-tiv
Listen in Context
Loud noises can be disruptive in a classroom.
His disruptive behavior made it hard for others to focus.
Some new inventions can be disruptive to old industries.
The kids got a bit disruptive during the long meeting.