How to pronounce decant
Say it like duh-KANT. Decant has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KANT).
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US American/dəˈkænt/duh-KANT
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- duh
- KANT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decant pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KANTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does decant mean?
verb
- To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment.
- To pour from its original vessel into one intended for a different use or appearance.
- To remove (a clone or other artificially-gestated baby) from its chamber, vat, or artificial womb.
- A portion of perfume unofficially sold in a smaller bottle.
Where does decant come from?
From French décanter, from Medieval Latin dēcanthāre, from dē- + canthus (“beak of a cup or jug”).
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Questions about saying decant
How do you pronounce decant?
Say duh-KANT. The American pronunciation is /dəˈkænt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decant?
Decant has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KANT). Broken into parts: duh · KANT.