How to Pronounce Deflected

To pronounce "deflected", say DEFL-ect-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

DEFL-ect-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “deflected”

"deflected" has 3 syllables: defl-ect-ed. It rhymes with dejected and neglected, if that helps it stick.

What does deflected mean?

verb

  1. To make (something) deviate from its original path.
  2. (ball games) To touch the ball, often unwittingly, after a shot or a sharp pass, thereby making it unpredictable for the other players.

adjective

  1. Bent abruptly downward.

Synonyms

elude

Words that rhyme with deflected

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dejectedneglectedunexpectedaffectedconnectedcollecteddisconnectedreflectedexpectedselectedrejectedprotected

Related words

distractavertobviatedebaravoid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deflected"?▾

"Deflected" has 3 syllables: defl · ect · ed.

What does "deflected" mean?▾

Deflected: To make (something) deviate from its original path.

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