How to Pronounce Deform

To pronounce "deform", say DEF-orm — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪˈfɔːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɪˈfɔːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deform”

"deform" has 2 syllables: def-orm. It rhymes with warm and form, if that helps it stick.

What does deform mean?

verb

  1. To change the form of, usually negatively; to give (something) an unusual or abnormal shape.
  2. To change the looks of, usually negatively; to give something an unusual or abnormal appearance.

    “a face deformed by bitterness”

adjective

  1. Having an unusual and unattractive shape.

Synonyms

contortdistortdisfiguredeformeddisfiguredmisshapen

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Words that rhyme with deform

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

warmformtransformstormconformswarmuniformperformfirestormplatforminformnorm

Related words

distortcontortbendtwistwringstrainmisshapemisrepresent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deform"?▾

"Deform" has 2 syllables: def · orm.

What is the IPA transcription of "deform"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deform" is /dɪˈfɔːm/.

What does "deform" mean?▾

Deform: To change the form of, usually negatively; to give (something) an unusual or abnormal shape.

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