How to pronounce decap
Say it like dee-KAP. Decap has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP).
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- dee
- KAP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decap pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- KAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of decap
American and British speakers say decap in essentially the same way: /diˈkæp/ in the US and /diˈkæp/ in the UK.
British respelling: dee-KAP.
What does decap mean?
- To remove a cap.
- To enzymatically remove a cap from mRNA.
- To remove the epoxy from an integrated circuit.
Where does decap come from?
From de- + cap.
Words that rhyme with decap
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of decap.
Questions about saying decap
How do you pronounce decap?
Say dee-KAP. The American pronunciation is /diˈkæp/. In British English it is /diˈkæp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decap?
Decap has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP). Broken into parts: dee · KAP.
Do Americans and Brits say decap the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /diˈkæp/ and the British form is /diˈkæp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.