How to Pronounce Decapods

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

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3

Syllables

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Letters

DEC-ap-ods

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💡 Tip for remembering “decapods”

"decapods" has 3 syllables: dec-ap-ods.

What does decapods mean?

noun

  1. Any of various animals having ten legs or similar appendages, especially mollusks such as squid and cuttlefish.
  2. Any crustacean, of the order Decapoda, such as crabs or lobsters.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "decapods"?▾

"Decapods" has 3 syllables: dec · ap · ods.

What does "decapods" mean?▾

Decapods: Any of various animals having ten legs or similar appendages, especially mollusks such as squid and cuttlefish.

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