How to Pronounce "deference"
word
ˈdɛfɝəns/, /ˈdɛfɹəns
DEF-er-ens
dˈɛfɹəns
DEF-ruhns
Definition
Deference means showing respect or polite submission to someone else's opinions, wishes, or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛfɝəns/, /ˈdɛfɹəns
British English
dˈɛfɹəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEF-er-ens
UK
DEF-ruhns
Listen in Context
He listened with deference to his teacher's advice.
Out of deference for the guest, we started dinner early.
They showed deference to the elders in every decision.
In deference to her wishes, we changed the meeting time.