How to pronounce decal
Say it like DEE-kal. Decal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- kal
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kalKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of decal
American and British speakers say decal in essentially the same way: /ˈdikæl/ in the US and /ˈdiːkæl/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEE-kal.
What does decal mean?
- A design or picture produced in order to be transferred to another surface either permanently or temporarily.
- A decorative sticker.
- A texture overlaid on another texture to provide extra details.
- To apply decals to.
Where does decal come from?
Clipping of decalcomania.
Questions about saying decal
How do you pronounce decal?
Say DEE-kal. The American pronunciation is /ˈdikæl/. In British English it is /ˈdiːkæl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decal?
Decal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · kal.
Do Americans and Brits say decal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdikæl/ and the British form is /ˈdiːkæl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.