How to Pronounce Downdrift

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

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Letters

DOWNDR-ift

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💡 Tip for remembering “downdrift”

"downdrift" has 2 syllables: downdr-ift.

What does downdrift mean?

noun

  1. A lowering (over time) of the pitch of the tones of a tonal language.

adverb

  1. On the downward side of a drift.

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How many syllables are in "downdrift"?▾

"Downdrift" has 2 syllables: downdr · ift.

What does "downdrift" mean?▾

Downdrift: A lowering (over time) of the pitch of the tones of a tonal language.

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