How to Pronounce Decrepitude

To pronounce "decrepitude", say DECR-ep-it-ud-e — 5 syllables, IPA /dɪˈkɹɛpɪtʃuːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/dɪˈkɹɛpɪtʃuːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decrepitude”

"decrepitude" has 5 syllables: decr-ep-it-ud-e.

What does decrepitude mean?

noun

  1. The state of being decrepit or worn out from age or long use

Synonyms

cobwebbinessdecrepitnesshoariness

Related words

dilapidationdecrepitnessdecayednessdecaydecadencedilapidatednesswornnessdegenerateness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decrepitude"?▾

"Decrepitude" has 5 syllables: decr · ep · it · ud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "decrepitude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decrepitude" is /dɪˈkɹɛpɪtʃuːd/.

What does "decrepitude" mean?▾

Decrepitude: The state of being decrepit or worn out from age or long use

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