How to Pronounce "decoys"
word
ˈdikɔɪz
DEE-koyz
ˈdiːkɔɪz
DEE-koyz
Definition
Objects or people used to trick or attract someone or something, especially to lure animals, birds, or distract people from something real.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdikɔɪz
British English
ˈdiːkɔɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEE-koyz
UK
DEE-koyz
Listen in Context
The hunter put decoys on the lake to attract ducks.
Soldiers used decoys to distract the enemy.
The police placed decoys in the park to catch the thief.
Some birds are smart enough to avoid decoys completely.