How to Pronounce Codec

To pronounce "codec", say COD-ec — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

COD-ec

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💡 Tip for remembering “codec”

"codec" has 2 syllables: cod-ec.

What does codec mean?

noun

  1. A device or program capable of performing transformations on a data stream or signal.

    “Audio and video codecs are important in making multimedia files small enough to distribute and simple to play back.”

Related words

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How many syllables are in "codec"?▾

"Codec" has 2 syllables: cod · ec.

What does "codec" mean?▾

Codec: A device or program capable of performing transformations on a data stream or signal.

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