How to Pronounce Decorticate

To pronounce "decorticate", say DEC-ort-ic-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /diːˈkɔːtɪkeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/diːˈkɔːtɪkeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decorticate”

"decorticate" has 5 syllables: dec-ort-ic-at-e.

What does decorticate mean?

verb

  1. To peel or remove the bark, husk, or outer layer from something.
  2. To surgically remove the surface layer, membrane, or fibrous cover of an organ etc.

Synonyms

delibrateexcorticate

Related words

posturingexcorticatepeelparebarkdisbarkdecrustdeglove

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decorticate"?▾

"Decorticate" has 5 syllables: dec · ort · ic · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "decorticate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decorticate" is /diːˈkɔːtɪkeɪt/.

What does "decorticate" mean?▾

Decorticate: To peel or remove the bark, husk, or outer layer from something.

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