How to Pronounce Decrement

To pronounce "decrement", say DECR-em-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛkɹəmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈdɛkɹəmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decrement”

"decrement" has 3 syllables: decr-em-ent.

What does decrement mean?

noun

  1. A small quantity removed or lost. One of a series of regular subtractions.

verb

  1. To decrease a value by a basic quantity unit.

Antonyms

increment

Related words

decreasediminishdiminutionreducelessenloweringdeclinelower

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decrement"?▾

"Decrement" has 3 syllables: decr · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "decrement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decrement" is /ˈdɛkɹəmənt/.

What does "decrement" mean?▾

Decrement: A small quantity removed or lost. One of a series of regular subtractions.

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