How to Pronounce "detective"
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/dɪˈtɛktɪv/
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/dɪtˈɛktɪv/
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Definition
A detective is a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes. It can also refer to someone who secretly gathers information.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈtɛktɪv/
British English
/dɪtˈɛktɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The detective found a clue at the crime scene.
My favorite book is about a detective solving mysteries.
The police sent a detective to ask questions.
He acts like a detective, always trying to figure out everyone’s secrets.