To pronounce "descant", say DESC-ant — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DESC-ant
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"descant" has 2 syllables: desc-ant.
"Descant" has 2 syllables: desc · ant.
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