To pronounce "deferently", say DEF-er-ently — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
deferently
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DEF-er-ently
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"deferently" has 3 syllables: def-er-ently.
"Deferently" has 3 syllables: def · er · ently.
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