To pronounce "deficiently", say DEF-ic-iently — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
deficiently
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DEF-ic-iently
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"deficiently" has 3 syllables: def-ic-iently. It rhymes with proficiently, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Deficiently" has 3 syllables: def · ic · iently.
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