How to Pronounce Diffract

To pronounce "diffract", say DIFFR-act — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

DIFFR-act

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💡 Tip for remembering “diffract”

"diffract" has 2 syllables: diffr-act. It rhymes with abstract and impact, if that helps it stick.

What does diffract mean?

verb

  1. To cause diffraction
  2. To undergo diffraction

Words that rhyme with diffract

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abstractimpactcompactactcontractenactcontactcounteractextractexactartifactretract

Related words

disperserefringerefractfracturefractscatterfragmentinterdiffuse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diffract"?▾

"Diffract" has 2 syllables: diffr · act.

What does "diffract" mean?▾

Diffract: To cause diffraction

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