How to Pronounce Descaling

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

DESC-al-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “descaling”

"descaling" has 3 syllables: desc-al-ing.

What does descaling 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.

noun

  1. The removal of scale from the surface of a metal, especially from the inner surfaces of boilers etc.

Synonyms

scale

Related words

scaleblowoutantiscalantdesiliconisationdesolventizingdecalescencedegreasingpickling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descaling"?▾

"Descaling" has 3 syllables: desc · al · ing.

What does "descaling" mean?▾

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

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