How to pronounce "defence"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "defence"

Learn how to break down "defence" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/dɪˈfɛns/
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IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

D IH0 F EH1 N S
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "defence"

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɛns/

Noun

  • The action of defending, of protecting from attack, danger or injury.
  • Something used to oppose attacks.
  • An argument in support or justification of something.
  • A strategy and tactics employed to prevent the other team from scoring; contrasted with offence.
  • The portion of a team dedicated to preventing the other team from scoring; contrasted with offence.
  • Government policy or (infra)structure related to the military.
    Example: "Department of Defence"
  • Prohibition; a prohibitory ordinance.

Verb

  • To furnish with defences; to fortify.

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