How to Pronounce "disturbing"
word
/dɪˈstɝbɪŋ/
di-STUR-bing
/dɪstˈɜːbɪŋ/
di-STUR-bing
Definition
Something disturbing makes you feel upset, worried, shocked, or uncomfortable, often because it is unpleasant or emotionally difficult to see, hear, or think about.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈstɝbɪŋ/
British English
/dɪstˈɜːbɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-STUR-bing
UK
di-STUR-bing
Listen in Context
The movie has some disturbing scenes.
I heard a disturbing noise outside last night.
His message was really disturbing.
What I find most disturbing is how calm he sounded.