How to pronounce defector
Say it like dih-FEK-ter. Defector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FEK).
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- dih
- FEK
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Defector pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of defector
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: dih-FEK-tuh.
What does defector mean?
- One who defects.
Where does defector come from?
Borrowed from Latin dēfector.
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Words that rhyme with defector
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Questions about saying defector
How do you pronounce defector?
Say dih-FEK-ter. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈfɛktɚ/. In British English it is /dɪˈfɛktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in defector?
Defector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FEK). Broken into parts: dih · FEK · ter.
Is defector pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /dɪˈfɛktə/ (dih-FEK-tuh).