How to Pronounce Decomposed

To pronounce "decomposed", say DEC-omp-os-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

DEC-omp-os-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “decomposed”

"decomposed" has 4 syllables: dec-omp-os-ed. It rhymes with composed and enclosed, if that helps it stick.

What does decomposed mean?

verb

  1. To separate or break down something into its components; to disintegrate or fragment
  2. To rot, decay or putrefy

Antonyms

assemble

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Words that rhyme with decomposed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

composedenclosedpredisposedimposeddisclosedexposeddisposedundisclosedjuxtaposedsuperimposedsupposedopposed

Related words

rottenbaddecayeddegradeddestroyedsummarizedrottedputrid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decomposed"?▾

"Decomposed" has 4 syllables: dec · omp · os · ed.

What does "decomposed" mean?▾

Decomposed: To separate or break down something into its components; to disintegrate or fragment

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