How to Pronounce Declassify

To pronounce "declassify", say DECL-ass-ify — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈklæsɪfaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/diːˈklæsɪfaɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “declassify”

"declassify" has 3 syllables: decl-ass-ify. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does declassify mean?

verb

  1. To remove the classification from; to lift the restrictions on

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Words that rhyme with declassify

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wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

liftdeployunclassifydisclassifydeclassderegulatedecategorizedecontrol

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "declassify"?▾

"Declassify" has 3 syllables: decl · ass · ify.

What is the IPA transcription of "declassify"?▾

The IPA transcription of "declassify" is /diːˈklæsɪfaɪ/.

What does "declassify" mean?▾

Declassify: To remove the classification from; to lift the restrictions on

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