How to Pronounce Decomposition

To pronounce "decomposition", say DEC-omp-os-it-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /diːˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

/diːˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decomposition”

"decomposition" has 5 syllables: dec-omp-os-it-ion. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does decomposition mean?

noun

  1. A biological process through which organic material is reduced to e.g. compost.
  2. The act of taking something apart, e.g. for analysis.

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Words that rhyme with decomposition

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dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

putrefactionrotdisintegrationrottingdecaydissectionventilationweathering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decomposition"?▾

"Decomposition" has 5 syllables: dec · omp · os · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "decomposition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decomposition" is /diːˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/.

What does "decomposition" mean?▾

Decomposition: A biological process through which organic material is reduced to e.g. compost.

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