The correct spelling of the word "dis partings" is actually "disparting." It is pronounced as /dɪsˈpɑːtɪŋ/. The word is derived from the Old French word "departir" which means to separate or split. The prefix "dis-" adds a negative connotation, making it a term for an unpleasant separation. It is not uncommon for people to misspell this word, thinking it is two separate words, but it is important to remember to keep it as one word: disparting.