How to Pronounce Decomposing

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

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Syllables

11

Letters

DEC-omp-os-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “decomposing”

"decomposing" has 4 syllables: dec-omp-os-ing. It rhymes with imposing and closing, if that helps it stick.

What does decomposing 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 decomposing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

imposingclosingopposingdozingcomposingjuxtaposingdisclosingposingexposingenclosingdisposingglozing

Related words

molderingmoulderingrottenrottingbreakdownconsistdecaydecaying

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decomposing"?▾

"Decomposing" has 4 syllables: dec · omp · os · ing.

What does "decomposing" mean?▾

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

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