To pronounce "detrition", say DETR-it-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DETR-it-ion
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"detrition" has 3 syllables: detr-it-ion.
noun
"Detrition" has 3 syllables: detr · it · ion.
Detrition: Attrition; erosion by friction
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