How to Pronounce Desiccate

To pronounce "desiccate", say DES-icc-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˈsɪkeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪˈsɪkeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “desiccate”

"desiccate" has 4 syllables: des-icc-at-e.

What does desiccate mean?

noun

  1. A substance which has been dessicated, that is, had its moisture removed.

verb

  1. To remove moisture from; to dry.
  2. To preserve by drying.

adjective

  1. Having had moisture removed; dehydrated, dessicated.

Synonyms

dehydrateexiccateexsiccateparchdried

Antonyms

hydratemoistenmoisturizewet

Related words

ariddulldessicatedesecatedehydrateexsiccateexiccate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "desiccate"?▾

"Desiccate" has 4 syllables: des · icc · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "desiccate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "desiccate" is /dɪˈsɪkeɪt/.

What does "desiccate" mean?▾

Desiccate: A substance which has been dessicated, that is, had its moisture removed.

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