How to Pronounce Decries

To pronounce "decries", say DECR-ies — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DECR-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “decries”

"decries" has 2 syllables: decr-ies. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does decries mean?

verb

  1. To denounce as harmful.
  2. To blame for ills.

Words that rhyme with decries

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

condemnscriticisesdenouncesdeploresdisapprovesrejectscriticizesassails

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decries"?▾

"Decries" has 2 syllables: decr · ies.

What does "decries" mean?▾

Decries: To denounce as harmful.

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