How to Pronounce Downshifts

To pronounce "downshifts", say DOWNSH-ifts — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

DOWNSH-ifts

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💡 Tip for remembering “downshifts”

"downshifts" has 2 syllables: downsh-ifts.

What does downshifts mean?

verb

  1. To shift a transmission into a lower gear.
  2. To function at a lower rate.

Antonyms

upshift

Related words

descendantsdescendentsgearshiftupshiftdownwashshiftershiftingdownslope

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downshifts"?▾

"Downshifts" has 2 syllables: downsh · ifts.

What does "downshifts" mean?▾

Downshifts: To shift a transmission into a lower gear.

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