How to Pronounce Deface

To pronounce "deface", say DEF-ac-e — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈfeɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/diːˈfeɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deface”

"deface" has 3 syllables: def-ac-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does deface mean?

verb

  1. To damage or vandalize something, especially a surface, in a visible or conspicuous manner.

    “After the painting was defaced a decade ago, it went viral and has been a tourist attraction ever since.”

  2. To void or devalue; to nullify or degrade the face value of.

    “He defaced the I.O.U. notes by scrawling "void" over them.”

Synonyms

canceldevaluenullifyvoiddisfiguremarobliteratescar

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Words that rhyme with deface

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

disfigureblemishmarspoildefiledownfacedefameefface

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deface"?▾

"Deface" has 3 syllables: def · ac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "deface"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deface" is /diːˈfeɪs/.

What does "deface" mean?▾

Deface: To damage or vandalize something, especially a surface, in a visible or conspicuous manner.

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