How to Pronounce Decriminalize

To pronounce "decriminalize", say DECR-im-in-al-iz-e — 6 syllables, IPA /diːˈkɹɪmɪnəlaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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6

Syllables

13

Letters

/diːˈkɹɪmɪnəlaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “decriminalize”

"decriminalize" has 6 syllables: decr-im-in-al-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does decriminalize mean?

verb

  1. To change the laws so something is no longer a crime.

Synonyms

legalize

Antonyms

criminalize

Words that rhyme with decriminalize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

legalizelegitimatelegitimatizelegitimizeeliminatedecriminaliselegalisedelegalize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decriminalize"?▾

"Decriminalize" has 6 syllables: decr · im · in · al · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "decriminalize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decriminalize" is /diːˈkɹɪmɪnəlaɪz/.

What does "decriminalize" mean?▾

Decriminalize: To change the laws so something is no longer a crime.

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