There are 61,500 search results on Bing for the misspelling 'Dissapoint'. 'Dissapoint' ranks in the top 60 of most common errors caught by TripleChecker, with at least 340 websites containing this mistake.¹
The word "disappoint" is primarily used as a verb. It can also function as a noun when referring to the act of disappointing. As a verb, it means to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone.
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The word 'disappoint' originates from the Old French term 'desappointer,' which combines 'des-' (meaning 'not') with 'appointer' (meaning 'to bring to a particular point'). It entered Middle English in the late 14th century.
The word 'disappoint' is pronounced as /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt/. It can be broken down into syllables as dis-ap-point.
The word 'disappoint' can be used in a sentence like, "I didn't mean to disappoint you with my decision." When using 'disappoint,' it is important to remember that it is often followed by a direct object, typically a person or a group, and can be misused as 'disappointed,' which refers to the feeling of sadness or displeasure resulting from a failed expectation. Additionally, ensure proper spelling, as it can be easily confused with similar words.