How to Pronounce Deescalation

To pronounce "deescalation", say DEESC-al-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /diːˌɛskəˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/diːˌɛskəˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deescalation”

"deescalation" has 4 syllables: deesc-al-at-ion.

What does deescalation mean?

noun

  1. A decrease in scope, extension or severity.

Antonyms

escalation

Related words

deemphasisdeglobalisationdemilitarizationde-biasingdecreolisationdestabilisationdepersonalisationdehumanisation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deescalation"?▾

"Deescalation" has 4 syllables: deesc · al · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "deescalation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deescalation" is /diːˌɛskəˈleɪʃən/.

What does "deescalation" mean?▾

Deescalation: A decrease in scope, extension or severity.

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