To pronounce "defrost", say DEFR-ost — 2 syllables, IPA /diːˈfɹɒst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/diːˈfɹɒst/
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"defrost" has 2 syllables: defr-ost. It rhymes with lost and accost, if that helps it stick.
noun
verb
“I have just defrosted the fridge.”
“Will you defrost the chops for supper tonight?”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Defrost" has 2 syllables: defr · ost.
The IPA transcription of "defrost" is /diːˈfɹɒst/.
Defrost: The removal of frost.
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