How Do You Spell DECARBONISE?

Pronunciation: [dɪkˈɑːbənˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Decarbonise (/diːˈkɑːrbənaɪz/), also spelled as "decarbonize" in American English, refers to the process of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in order to combat climate change. The word is derived from the prefix "de-" meaning "remove" or "undo", and "carbon", referring to the element that contributes to greenhouse gases. The phonetic transcription of the word shows that it is pronounced as "dee-kahr-buh-nahyz", with emphasis on the second syllable. Decarbonising has become an important goal for individuals, businesses, and governments as society shifts towards a more sustainable future.

DECARBONISE Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "decarbonise" refers to the process of reducing or eliminating the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions produced by a particular activity, industry, or system. It involves shifting from fossil fuel-based energy sources to cleaner and more sustainable alternatives. The aim of decarbonisation is to mitigate climate change, reduce the negative environmental impacts associated with carbon-intensive activities, and achieve a carbon-neutral or carbon-free economy.

    Decarbonisation can be pursued across various sectors, including power generation, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. This can be accomplished through several measures such as increasing energy efficiency, adopting renewable energy sources (such as solar, wind, and hydro power), transitioning to electrified transportation systems, implementing carbon capture and storage technologies, and promoting sustainable land practices.

    The process of decarbonisation is fundamental in addressing climate change and achieving the goals outlined in international agreements like the Paris Agreement. By reducing CO2 emissions, the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere can be stabilized, thus minimizing the potential for global warming and its associated impacts.

    In summary, decarbonise can be defined as the deliberate action or strategy to significantly reduce or eliminate carbon dioxide emissions, especially by substituting fossil-fuel-based energy sources with cleaner and sustainable alternatives with the objective of combating climate change and promoting a greener and more environmentally-friendly world.

  2. To deprive of carbon.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for DECARBONISE

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Etymology of DECARBONISE

The word "decarbonise" is derived from the combination of two components: "de-" and "carbonise".

1. "De-" is a Latin prefix that means "from" or "remove". It is commonly used to indicate reverse or undoing actions.

2. "Carbonise" originates from the word "carbon", which comes from the Latin term "carbo" meaning "charcoal" or "carbonized material". The suffix "-ize" is derived from the Greek "-izo", used to form verbs indicating action or making something.

Together, "decarbonise" refers to the process of removing or reducing carbon or carbon dioxide from something, usually in the context of lessening greenhouse gas emissions or reducing carbon footprint.

Similar spelling words for DECARBONISE

Conjugate verb Decarbonise

CONDITIONAL

I would decarbonise
you would decarbonise
he/she/it would decarbonise
we would decarbonise
they would decarbonise

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be decarbonising
you would be decarbonising
he/she/it would be decarbonising
we would be decarbonising
they would be decarbonising

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have decarbonise
you would have decarbonise
he/she/it would have decarbonise
we would have decarbonise
they would have decarbonise

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been decarbonising
you would have been decarbonising
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they would have been decarbonising

FUTURE

I will decarbonise
you will decarbonise
he/she/it will decarbonise
we will decarbonise
they will decarbonise

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be decarbonising
you will be decarbonising
he/she/it will be decarbonising
we will be decarbonising
they will be decarbonising

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have decarbonised
you will have decarbonised
he/she/it will have decarbonised
we will have decarbonised
they will have decarbonised

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been decarbonising
you will have been decarbonising
he/she/it will have been decarbonising
we will have been decarbonising
they will have been decarbonising

IMPERATIVE

you decarbonise
we let´s decarbonise

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to decarbonise

PAST

I decarbonised
you decarbonised
he/she/it decarbonised
we decarbonised
they decarbonised

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was decarbonising
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we were decarbonising
they were decarbonising

PAST PARTICIPLE

decarbonised

PAST PERFECT

I had decarbonised
you had decarbonised
he/she/it had decarbonised
we had decarbonised
they had decarbonised

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been decarbonising
you had been decarbonising
he/she/it had been decarbonising
we had been decarbonising
they had been decarbonising

PRESENT

I decarbonise
you decarbonise
he/she/it decarbonises
we decarbonise
they decarbonise

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am decarbonising
you are decarbonising
he/she/it is decarbonising
we are decarbonising
they are decarbonising

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

decarbonising

PRESENT PERFECT

I have decarbonised
you have decarbonised
he/she/it has decarbonised
we have decarbonised
they have decarbonised

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been decarbonising
you have been decarbonising
he/she/it has been decarbonising
we have been decarbonising
they have been decarbonising
I would have decarbonised
we would have decarbonised
you would have decarbonised
he/she/it would have decarbonised
they would have decarbonised

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