How to Pronounce Decant

To pronounce "decant", say DEC-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /dəˈkænt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dəˈkænt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decant”

"decant" has 2 syllables: dec-ant. It rhymes with cant and scant, if that helps it stick.

What does decant mean?

verb

  1. To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment.
  2. To pour from one vessel into another.

    “to decant wine”

Words that rhyme with decant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cantscantsupplantconfidantelevantrantchantauntplantenchantimplantrecant

Related words

poursupernatantdumpsettledecantatedecapulatedescantdesludge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decant"?▾

"Decant" has 2 syllables: dec · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "decant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decant" is /dəˈkænt/.

What does "decant" mean?▾

Decant: To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment.

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