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Disapear vs. Disappear: Mastering the Correct Spelling

Edited by Aimie Carlson || By Janet White || Updated on March 13, 2024
"Disapear" is a common misspelling of the correct term "Disappear." "Disappear" means to cease to be visible.

Which is correct: Disapear or Disappear

How to spell Disappear?

Disapear is Incorrect

Disappear is Correct

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Key Differences

Note that "disappear" combines "dis-" (the opposite of) with "appear"; both words are correctly spelled.
Think of "appear" and simply add "dis-" in front of it to negate it; both have double 'p's.
Use mnemonic devices like "Double P to Poof away" to remember the two 'p's.
Break it down: "dis-" + "appear" = "disappear."
Recall that "disappear" has two 'p's, like a pair of eyes vanishing from sight.
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Correct usage of Disappear

The sun will disapear behind the clouds soon.
The sun will disappear behind the clouds soon.
Messages sometimes disapear from my inbox.
Messages sometimes disappear from my inbox.
The opportunity to apply for the job will disapear by tomorrow.
The opportunity to apply for the job will disappear by tomorrow.
Disapear from sight in a magic trick is always impressive.
Disappear from sight in a magic trick is always impressive.

Disappear Definitions

"Disappear" means to become invisible or unnoticeable.
She disappeared into the crowd.
"Disappear" can indicate the sudden absence of something.
My keys have disappeared!
In the context of magic, "Disappear" refers to the act of vanishing through illusion.
The magician made the rabbit disappear.
"Disappear" can imply ceasing to exist or dying out.
Many species have disappeared from the Earth.
To pass out of sight; vanish
The moon disappeared behind the clouds.
To cease to be seen; be missing or unfound
Her purse disappeared from her locker. The plane disappeared somewhere over the Pacific Ocean.
To cease to exist
Dinosaurs disappeared at the end of the Cretaceous Period.
To cause (someone) to disappear, especially by kidnapping or murder.
(intransitive) To vanish.
(intransitive) To go missing; to become a missing person.
Eighteen years after Jaycee Dugard disappeared in 1991, she was found alive in the summer of 2009.
(intransitive) To go away; to become lost.
(transitive) To make vanish; especially, to abduct and murder surreptitiously for political reasons.
The Chinese government is well-known for disappearing particularly-vocal political dissidents.
To cease to appear or to be perceived; to pass from view, gradually or suddenly; to vanish; to be no longer seen; as, darkness disappears at the approach of light; a ship disappears as she sails from port.
To cease to be or exist; as, the epidemic has disappeared.
Get lost, especially without warning or explanation;
He disappeared without a trace
Become invisible or unnoticeable;
The effect vanished when day broke
Cease to exist;
An entire civilization vanished
Become less intense and fade away gradually;
Her resistance melted under his charm
"Disappear" can also mean to go away or leave, especially secretly.
He disappeared from the party without saying goodbye.

Disappear Sentences

The magician made the rabbit disappear in front of our eyes.
Stars disappear at dawn when the sun rises.
The chalk marks on the sidewalk disappear after it rains.
Memories may fade, but they never truly disappear.
Endangered species will disappear if we don't act to protect them.
The opportunity to see the comet will disappear after tonight.
If you don't secure your belongings, they might disappear.
Snowmen disappear when the temperature rises above freezing.
Sometimes, socks disappear in the laundry, never to be found again.
The pain from the injury will eventually disappear with proper care.
Fears often disappear when we confront them directly.
Wrinkles can disappear with the right kind of skincare treatment.
She watched her childhood home disappear in the rearview mirror.
My anxiety tends to disappear when I start to paint or draw.
As technology advances, some old gadgets disappear from the market.
My motivation to work seems to disappear by Friday afternoon.
Without intervention, these languages will disappear within a generation.
With digital books, the problem of lost library books will disappear.
Sometimes, the line between dreams and reality seems to disappear.
With time, even the strongest feelings can disappear.

FAQs

Why is it called Disappear?

It's called "Disappear" because it combines the prefix "dis-" meaning "not" or "opposite of" with "appear," denoting the action of ceasing to be visible.

What is the pronunciation of Disappear?

/dɪsəˈpɪr/

What is the root word of Disappear?

The root word is "appear."

What is the plural form of Disappear?

Disappear is a verb and doesn't have a plural form.

Which preposition is used with Disappear?

"Into" is commonly used, as in "disappear into."

What is the singular form of Disappear?

Disappear is already in singular form.

What is the verb form of Disappear?

Disappear is already a verb.

Which vowel is used before Disappear?

The indefinite article "a" or "an" can be used before "disappear," depending on the sentence structure.

Which article is used with Disappear?

"The" can be used if talking about a specific act of disappearing.

Is Disappear an abstract noun?

No, it's a verb.

Which conjunction is used with Disappear?

Conjunctions like "and" or "but" can be used with "disappear."

Is Disappear a vowel or consonant?

It's neither; it's a word, not a single letter.

Is Disappear a countable noun?

No, it's a verb.

Is the Disappear term a metaphor?

It can be used metaphorically.

Is Disappear a noun or adjective?

Disappear is a verb.

Is Disappear a negative or positive word?

It's neutral, but context can make it negative or positive.

What part of speech is Disappear?

It's a verb.

What is another term for Disappear?

Vanish is another term.

What is the first form of Disappear?

Disappear is the base or first form.

What is the second form of Disappear?

Disappeared is the past simple or second form.

Is the word Disappear is imperative?

It can be used in the imperative mood, e.g., "Disappear!"

How many syllables are in Disappear?

3 syllables.

What is a stressed syllable in Disappear?

The stress is on the last syllable: "pear."

Is Disappear a collective noun?

No, it's a verb.

How do we divide Disappear into syllables?

Dis-ap-pear.

Which determiner is used with Disappear?

No specific determiner is universally applicable; it depends on the sentence.

What is the third form of Disappear?

Disappeared is also the past participle or third form.

How is Disappear used in a sentence?

"She will disappear if you don't pay attention."

Is Disappear an adverb?

No, it's a verb.

What is the opposite of Disappear?

Appear is the opposite.
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