How to pronounce decalage
Say it like DAY-kuh-lahzh. Decalage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY).
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US American/ˈdeɪkəˌlɑʒ/DAY-kuh-lahzh
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- DAY
- kuh
- lahzh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decalage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lahzhGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
What does decalage mean?
noun
- The difference in angle of incidence between the main wing and horizontal stabilizer, or between the canard and main wing, of an airplane.
- The difference in angle of incidence of the two wings of a biplane.
- The angle between two geometric lines that define an aerofoil.
Where does decalage come from?
From French décalage.
Questions about saying decalage
How do you pronounce decalage?
Say DAY-kuh-lahzh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdeɪkəˌlɑʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decalage?
Decalage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY). Broken into parts: DAY · kuh · lahzh.