To pronounce "decompression", say DEC-ompr-ess-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
decompression
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DEC-ompr-ess-ion
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"decompression" has 4 syllables: dec-ompr-ess-ion. It rhymes with expression and discretion, if that helps it stick.
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"Decompression" has 4 syllables: dec · ompr · ess · ion.
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