No exact match translations found for 'decompose' in bodo.
Word 'decompose' in Other Languages
- decompose in Assamese অসমীয়া
- decompose in Bengali বাংলা
- decompose in Bodo बड़ो
- decompose in Dogri डोगरी
- decompose in English
- decompose in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- decompose in Hindi हिन्दी
- decompose in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- decompose in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- decompose in Konkani कोंकणी
- decompose in Maithili মৈথিলী
- decompose in Malayalam മലയാളം
- decompose in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- decompose in Marathi मराठी
- decompose in Nepali नेपाली
- decompose in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- decompose in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- decompose in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- decompose in Santali
- decompose in Sindhi سنڌي
- decompose in Tamil தமிழ்
- decompose in Telugu తెలుగు
- decompose in Urdu اُردُو
Decompose
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
UK: /ˌdiː.kəmˈpəʊz/ | US: /ˌdiː.kəmˈpoʊz/
Definitions
- To break down into simpler components through decay or chemical processes.
- To cause something to disintegrate or rot.
- To break down a complex structure into its parts.
Usage Examples
- Organic waste will decompose over time.
- Bacteria help decompose dead organisms in nature.
- Computer scientists decompose problems into smaller tasks for easier analysis.
Etymology
From French "décomposer," from "dé-" (undo) + "composer" (to compose), meaning "to break apart into components."
Synonyms
- Decay
- Disintegrate
- Rot
- Break down
Antonyms
- Preserve
- Build
- Assemble
- Construct
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Décomposer | /de.kɔ̃.pɔ.ze/ |
| Spanish | Descomponer | /des.kɔm.pɔˈneɾ/ |
| Hindi | विघटित करना | /vɪ.ɡʱə.ʈɪt kər.nɑː/ |
| Chinese | 分解 | /fēn jiě/ |
| Russian | Разлагаться | /rɐz.lɐˈɡat͡sə/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˌdiː.kəmˈpəʊz/
- American English: /ˌdiː.kəmˈpoʊz/
- Australian English: /ˌdiː.kəmˈpəʊz/
Historical Usage
The term has been in use since the late 17th century, primarily in scientific and biological contexts.
Cultural Nuances
In environmental discussions, decomposition is a vital process in the natural cycle, ensuring nutrients return to the ecosystem.
More Information
Decomposition is essential in nature, occurring through microbial activity, oxidation, and other chemical reactions. It plays a crucial role in waste management and nutrient recycling.