How to Pronounce Descale

To pronounce "descale", say DESC-al-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

DESC-al-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “descale”

"descale" has 3 syllables: desc-al-e. It rhymes with rescale, if that helps it stick.

What does descale mean?

verb

  1. To remove scale from the surface of a metal, especially from the inner surfaces of boilers etc.
  2. To remove the scales from a fish etc.

Synonyms

scale

Words that rhyme with descale

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rescale

Related words

scaleunscaleexfoliatedesurfacedeslagstripscumdechrome

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descale"?▾

"Descale" has 3 syllables: desc · al · e.

What does "descale" mean?▾

Descale: To remove scale from the surface of a metal, especially from the inner surfaces of boilers etc.

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