How to Pronounce Decimates

To pronounce "decimates", say DEC-im-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

DEC-im-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “decimates”

"decimates" has 4 syllables: dec-im-at-es.

What does decimates mean?

noun

  1. A tithe or other 10% tax or payment.
  2. A tenth of something.

verb

  1. To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.
  2. To destroy or remove one-tenth of anything.

Synonyms

decimalizetithedevastate

Related words

eliminateannihilateeradicateextinguishdevastatesdestroysthreatenscripples

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decimates"?▾

"Decimates" has 4 syllables: dec · im · at · es.

What does "decimates" mean?▾

Decimates: A tithe or other 10% tax or payment.

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