How to Pronounce Detour

To pronounce "detour", say DET-our — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdiː.tɔː(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdiː.tɔː(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “detour”

"detour" has 2 syllables: det-our. It rhymes with obscure and assure, if that helps it stick.

What does detour mean?

noun

  1. A diversion or deviation from one's original route.

verb

  1. To make a detour.
  2. To direct or send on a detour.

Words that rhyme with detour

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

obscureassureprocuredemurealluresecureendurepureensureimmaturesurereassure

Related words

by-passsidestepturningdiversiondeflectdeflectionturndivert

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "detour"?▾

"Detour" has 2 syllables: det · our.

What is the IPA transcription of "detour"?▾

The IPA transcription of "detour" is /ˈdiː.tɔː(ɹ)/.

What does "detour" mean?▾

Detour: A diversion or deviation from one's original route.

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