To pronounce "decongestants", say DEC-ong-est-ants — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
decongestants
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"decongestants" has 4 syllables: dec-ong-est-ants. It rhymes with contestants, if that helps it stick.
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"Decongestants" has 4 syllables: dec · ong · est · ants.
Decongestants: A drug that relieves congestion, e.g. pseudoephedrine.
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