How to Pronounce De-emphasis

To pronounce "de-emphasis", say DEEMPH-as-is — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈɛmfəsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

de-emphasis

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/diːˈɛmfəsɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “de-emphasis”

"de-emphasis" has 3 syllables: deemph-as-is.

What does de-emphasis mean?

noun

  1. A reduction in emphasis.
  2. A signal distortion, carried out at a receiver, in order to undo the effects of pre-emphasis at the transmitter.

Related words

deemphasisdeintensificationdownplayingdiminutiondehancementdevaluationattenuationdestressification

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "de-emphasis"?▾

"De-emphasis" has 3 syllables: deemph · as · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "de-emphasis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "de-emphasis" is /diːˈɛmfəsɪs/.

What does "de-emphasis" mean?▾

De-emphasis: A reduction in emphasis.

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