How to Pronounce "decomposition"
word
ˌdikəmpəˈzɪʃən/, /ˌdikəmpoʊˈzɪʃən
dee-kom-puh-ZISH-un
dˌiːkɒmpəzˈɪʃən
dee-kom-puh-ZISH-un
Definition
The process of breaking down or being broken down into smaller parts, especially the natural breakdown of dead plants and animals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdikəmpəˈzɪʃən/, /ˌdikəmpoʊˈzɪʃən
British English
dˌiːkɒmpəzˈɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dee-kom-puh-ZISH-un
UK
dee-kom-puh-ZISH-un
Listen in Context
Decomposition happens when a leaf falls to the ground and breaks down over time.
Bacteria play an important role in decomposition.
The decomposition of food can create a bad smell.
Due to the heat, the decomposition of the plants happened much faster than usual.