How to Pronounce Decades

To pronounce "decades", say DEC-ad-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DEC-ad-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “decades”

"decades" has 3 syllables: dec-ad-es. It rhymes with accolades and shades, if that helps it stick.

What does decades mean?

noun

  1. A group, set, or series of ten , particularly:

    “a decade of soldiers”

  2. A set of resistors, capacitors, etc. connected so as to provide even increments between one and ten times a base electrical resistance.

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Words that rhyme with decades

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accoladesshadescharadesrenegadespervadesfadessuedesaidesspadesbraidsbarricadesclades

Related words

decennarydecenniumtentennerxanscenturiescontract

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decades"?▾

"Decades" has 3 syllables: dec · ad · es.

What does "decades" mean?▾

Decades: A group, set, or series of ten , particularly:

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