How to Pronounce Descry

To pronounce "descry", say DESCRY — one syllable, IPA /dɪˈskɹaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/dɪˈskɹaɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “descry”

"descry" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with esrey, if that helps it stick.

What does descry mean?

verb

  1. To see.
  2. To discover (a distant or obscure object) by the eye; to espy; to discern or detect.

Words that rhyme with descry

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

esrey

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descry"?▾

"Descry" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "descry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "descry" is /dɪˈskɹaɪ/.

What does "descry" mean?▾

Descry: To see.

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