How to Pronounce Deftly

To pronounce "deftly", say DEFTLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɛftli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdɛftli/

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What does deftly mean?

adverb

  1. In a deft manner; quickly and neatly in action.

Synonyms

skillfully

Antonyms

unskillfully

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Related words

dextrouslydexterouslyskillfullyskilfullyablycleverlyshrewdlyadroitly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deftly"?▾

"Deftly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "deftly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deftly" is /ˈdɛftli/.

What does "deftly" mean?▾

Deftly: In a deft manner; quickly and neatly in action.

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