How to pronounce decalesce
Say it like dee-kuh-LES. Decalesce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES).
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- dee
- kuh
- LES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decalesce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of decalesce
American and British speakers say decalesce in essentially the same way: /ˌdikəˈlɛs/ in the US and /ˌdiːkəˈlɛs/ in the UK.
British respelling: dee-kuh-LES.
What does decalesce mean?
- To undergo decalescence.
Words that rhyme with decalesce
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of decalesce.
Questions about saying decalesce
How do you pronounce decalesce?
Say dee-kuh-LES. The American pronunciation is /ˌdikəˈlɛs/. In British English it is /ˌdiːkəˈlɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decalesce?
Decalesce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES). Broken into parts: dee · kuh · LES.
Do Americans and Brits say decalesce the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdikəˈlɛs/ and the British form is /ˌdiːkəˈlɛs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.