How to Pronounce Decathlon

To pronounce "decathlon", say DEC-athl-on — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈkæθlɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/diːˈkæθlɒn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “decathlon”

"decathlon" has 3 syllables: dec-athl-on. It rhymes with heptathlon, if that helps it stick.

What does decathlon mean?

noun

  1. An athletic contest consisting of ten events which includes sprinting, hurdling, jumping, and throwing over a span of two days.
  2. A contest in science and math proving skill.

Words that rhyme with decathlon

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heptathlon

Related words

olympicoctathlonpentathlonduathlontetrathlondiscustriathlonquadrathlon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decathlon"?▾

"Decathlon" has 3 syllables: dec · athl · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "decathlon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decathlon" is /diːˈkæθlɒn/.

What does "decathlon" mean?▾

Decathlon: An athletic contest consisting of ten events which includes sprinting, hurdling, jumping, and throwing over a span of two days.

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