American English
/dɪsˈkʰəm.fɚt̚/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
a feeling of slight pain or of not being physically comfortable
Practice out louda feeling of slight pain or of not being physically comfortable
The new shoes caused discomfort in my feet.
She felt some discomfort after sitting for so long.
Discomfort is usually less strong than pain, but it can last a long time.
physical discomfort · mild discomfort · cause discomfort · relieve discomfort
experience discomfort in + body part
discomfort from + noun
a feeling of unease or embarrassment in a situation
His question caused discomfort among the guests.
She showed discomfort when the conversation became personal.
social discomfort · visible discomfort · a sense of discomfort · cause discomfort
show discomfort about + noun
cause discomfort for + person
Usually say discomfort, not a discomfort, when talking about the feeling in general.